Associate Counsel, Employment

Washington, DC · Nashville Union Coworking · USD 132,480-165,600 / year · 4+ years experience · Hybrid · Posted Oct 2, 2026

At a glance

Lyft is seeking an employment attorney to join the growing global Legal team and provide legal advice primarily to Employee Relations and People teams.
The role involves leveraging prior law firm or in-house experience to handle employment counseling and litigation matters.

Provide pragmatic day-to-day employment advice and counseling on HR practices, performance management, terminations, leaves of absence, investigations, and employee accommodations.
Investigate pre-litigation and litigation matters, develop strategies for early resolution, and work with outside counsel as appropriate.
Provide guidance and interpret policies and procedures incorporating knowledge of state and federal employment laws.
Provide legal counsel and support to a global workforce.
Partner closely with Lyft’s Employee Relations and People team professionals on employee complaints and investigations, performance management, and accommodations.
Collaborate with other members of the Employment Legal Team and People Team to develop strong processes to ensure compliance with applicable state, federal and local laws.
Develop and deliver training to managers and employees.
Monitor important developments in employment law in jurisdictions across the country and internationally.
Work and build trust with cross-functional partners from teams across the Legal Department and the Company.
Travel from time-to-time as necessary to service internal clients, develop cross-office relationships, and attend legal proceedings/negotiations.

Active and in good standing with a State Bar and eligible to practice in the relevant jurisdiction where you are located.
J.D. from a top-tier law school.
Experience litigating and/or counseling on compliance with federal and state anti-discrimination/harassment/retaliation laws.

Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled
Mental health benefits
Family building benefits
Child care and pet benefits
401(k) plan with company match
Discretionary paid time off for salaried team members and 15 days paid time off for hourly team members
18 weeks of paid parental leave
Subsidized commuter benefits
Monthly Lyft credits and complimentary Lyft Pink membership

Role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule following the establishment of a Lyft office in Washington D.C.
Team members will be expected to work in the office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Hybrid roles have the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year.