How much time can I take off for maternity or paternity leave in Washington State?
Employment
The amount of time parents can take off from work for parental leave depends on the size of their company and the state in which they work. The federal Family and Medical Leave Act applies to all public and private employers with 50 or more workers. Eligible employees may take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave each year. TheSeattle Washington employment attorneys at Mann & Kytle can answer further questions about family leave in your state.