Litigation Attorney (Employment)

Associate Attorney Career Consulting Partners has partneredwith a growing, well-respected plaintiff-side law firm with a strong focus on expanding their labor & employment practice. They handle wage & hour, discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination claims. We are seeking a motivated Associate Attorney for the Las Vegas office across the street from "TPC Las Vegas." If you do not have labor & employment experience, the firm is open to training the right candidate and providing mentorship to support long-term growth in this practice area. Duties: Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, including complaints, motions, and other employment-related filings (e.g., wrongful termination, wage & hour, harassment, and discrimination claims) Manage all aspects of written discovery, including propounding and responding to discovery requests Prepare for and participate in depositions, mediations, and settlement conferences Draft and argue substantive motions, including oppositions to motions for summary judgment and motions to compel Appear in Nevada state and/or federal court for hearings, case management conferences, and motion practice Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop a case strategy and litigation approach Analyze and evaluate damages, including unpaid wages, emotional distress, and potential punitive damages Maintain regular communication with clients, providing updates and managing expectations throughout the litigation process Work closely with paralegals and support staff to ensure compliance with deadlines and procedural requirements Requirements: Licensed to practice in Nevada J.D. from an accredited law school 1 - 5 years of experience in Labor & Employment Law or Civil Litigation (Strongly encouraged to apply if interested in transitioning) Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills Ability to manage deadlines and work in a team-oriented environment Desire to grow within plaintiff-side employment law Compensation & Benefits: Base Income Range: $120,000 – $160,000 (DOE) Plus an attorney fee structure Medical, Dental, Vision, Life 401(k) Savings Plan Over 20 7-figure settlements Training and mentorship for attorneys transitioning into employment law Exposure to meaningful, impactful cases Opportunity to develop litigation skills in a high-demand practice area Location: Las Vegas, NV (Canyon Ridge) Hybrid work schedule ***Please note that we at Career Consulting Partners will be sure to keep your information private. We will not submit you or your information to any firm without your consent.Once we have received your resume/application, we will reach out to you and review the firm(s) before we move forward*** #J-18808-Ljbffr