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Labor & Employment Associate

Optimum Results Staffing

Job Description

Job Description

Employment & Labor Associate

Locations: Chicago, IL | Atlanta, GA | Dallas, TX | Miami, FL | Washington, D.C.

About the Role

This position focuses on representing employers in a wide range of employment and labor matters, including workplace investigations, discrimination, wage and hour, and compliance counseling. The associate will provide practical, solutions-oriented guidance to employers across industries.

Key Responsibilities

  • Defend employers in federal and state employment litigation.
  • Advise on compliance with Title VII, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, and state equivalents.
  • Draft and negotiate employment, separation, and confidentiality agreements.
  • Conduct internal investigations and provide training on workplace policies.
  • Support M&A due diligence on employment and labor matters.

Qualifications & Skills

  • JD and active bar membership.
  • 3–7 years of labor and employment law experience.
  • Excellent writing and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines independently.
  • Experience counseling HR teams and corporate leadership preferred.

Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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