Associate Attorney - Civil Rights, Labor & Employment Litigation
Maduegbuna Cooper LLP
Job Description
Job Description
Job Description: We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Associate Attorney interested in civil rights, labor, and employment litigation to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a law degree from a top-tier law school, an exceptional aptitude for legal research, outstanding writing skills, and the ability to provide compelling oral advocacy. In addition to your legal experience, we are looking for someone who is smart, amiable, easy to get along with, and street-smart, to navigate complex legal challenges and work with our close-knit team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Engage in legal research and case analysis to develop strategies for labor and employment federal litigation cases.
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
- Represent clients in federal court and administrative proceedings.
- Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and the judiciary.
- Collaborate with senior attorneys to strategize and plan case development.
- Stay updated on changes in labor and employment law to provide the best legal counsel to clients.
- Contribute to the growth and success of the firm through your exceptional legal skills and personality.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from a top-tier law school.
- Admission to the bar in New York State and Federal Courts
- Strong interest in civil rights, labor, and employment litigation.
- Excellent legal research and writing skills.
- Effective oral advocacy and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and clients.
- A passion for civil rights and social justice.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapport with clients and colleagues.
- Street-smart and able to navigate challenging legal situations with confidence.
We litigate and try contingency fee and class action cases primarily in the areas of labor and employment and civil rights.
Company Description
We litigate and try contingency fee and class action cases primarily in the areas of labor and employment and civil rights.
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