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Litigation Associate (3-8 years) - National / Multi-Office

Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Posted 2 months ago, valid for 9 days
Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

Paid Time Off

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  • Seyfarth is seeking a Litigation Associate with 3-8 years of litigation experience, preferably including Fair Credit Reporting Act litigation.
  • The position involves working on complex background screening cases alongside other attorneys in a supportive environment.
  • The salary range for this role is $260,000 to $350,000, with annual merit increases and bonus eligibility.
  • Candidates should possess strong writing and communication skills, analytical abilities, and be licensed in their residing state.
  • Seyfarth offers comprehensive benefits, including paid time off and a 401(k) plan, while emphasizing professional development opportunities.
Why Seyfarth

At Seyfarth, we understand that great people are the key to our success, and we provide the opportunities to match. If you join us, you’ll work with talented colleagues and state-of-the-art technology in a friendly and professional environment, and we will invest in your professional development. If you want the freedom to grow at a firm that is invested in your future, keep reading.


The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Litigation Associate with at least 3-8 years of litigation experience. 


The Day-To-Day

As an associate in our Litigation practice, you’ll have the opportunity to work on interesting, challenging, and groundbreaking background screening cases in collaboration with other attorneys. 


You Have

 

  • 3-8 years of general litigation experience; class action experience is a plus
  • Fair Credit Reporting Act litigation experience and/or other consumer litigation experience preferred (but not required)
  • Stellar writing and communication skills that allow you to advocate effectively with clients and on their behalf
  • Strong analytical skills, intellectual curiosity, and high emotional intelligence
  • The ability to work independently and collaboratively 
  • Excellent academic credentials
  • Top law firm experience, or a combination of law firm and in-house experience
  • Federal Clerkship experience is a plus
  • Must be licensed in the state that you reside or have the ability to waive in

 

To be considered for this position, please submit a cover letter, resume, law school and undergraduate transcripts, and two writing samples.


What We Provide

We provide competitive salary and benefits at all levels. For associates, we provide comprehensive training through our mentoring programs, CLE initiatives, Seyfarth University, industry credentialing, and hands-on learning by working side-by-side with our partners. 


More About Seyfarth

With more than 1000 lawyers across 19 offices, Seyfarth Shaw LLP provides advisory, litigation, and transactional legal services to clients worldwide. Learn more about The Seyfarth Experience at www.seyfarth.com/careers.  

  

**NOTE TO AGENCIES AND APPLICANTS: 

At this time, Seyfarth Shaw LLP will not be accepting applications submitted through search firms for this position. All qualified candidates must submit their own applications to be considered for this position. 

 

The salary range for this role is $260,000 to $350,000. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for an annual merit increase and bonus pay. 

 

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan.  


Location Specific Language

 

This position is based in Atlanta, GA 30309 

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This position is based in Washington, DC 20001


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