Labor & Employment Associate Attorney

Labor & Employment Associate Attorney

Join a nationally recognized law firm with a strong presence throughout the Southeast and a collaborative, team-oriented culture. This is an excellent opportunity for a labor and employment attorney seeking sophisticated litigation work, direct client interaction, and long-term career growth with a highly respected defense-side practice. The Tampa office is actively seeking an attorney who can immediately contribute to a busy labor and employment team.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive base salary starting around $185,000+, with flexibility based on experience
• 1,850 billable hour requirement with bonus eligibility beginning at 1,950 hours, including a $10,000 bonus opportunity and additional production-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities
• Clear path for long-term career growth within a nationally respected law firm
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced labor and employment attorneys on sophisticated matters

Requirements & Qualifications

• Active Florida Bar license in good standing
• 4–6 years of labor and employment litigation experience
• Defense-side labor and employment experience strongly preferred
• Ability to independently manage litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Experience handling all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, and hearings
• Strong legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
• Excellent communication and client relationship management abilities
• Strong academic credentials
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
• Ability to work full-time in the Tampa office

Preferred Background & Skills

• Experience advising employers on workplace issues and employment-related disputes
• Experience handling discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour, and other employment litigation matters
• Familiarity with federal and state employment laws
• Experience working collaboratively within a litigation team while also managing matters independently
• Strong client-service orientation and business-minded approach to legal practice

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Manage labor and employment litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and legal memoranda
• Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategies
• Take and defend depositions
• Prepare for and attend hearings, mediations, and other court proceedings
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and witnesses
• Collaborate with partners and attorneys across the firm's labor and employment practice
• Provide practical legal guidance and strategic counsel to employer clients

If you are a labor and employment attorney seeking a sophisticated litigation practice, meaningful client interaction, and long-term career growth with a nationally respected law firm, we encourage you to apply.