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Employment Litigation Associate

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Litigation Associate

Mission driven law firm, specializing in advocating and defending public entities, is seeking a Litigation Associate with four to ten years of experience in all aspects of litigation, including written discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial work. Candidates with experience in labor and employment law, public sector law, appeals, and affirmative litigation are encouraged to apply. This role provides an exciting opportunity to take on major case responsibility, including direct client contact, investigations, depositions, court and administrative hearings, and trial work.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Handle all aspects of litigation, including written discovery, depositions, and motion practice
  • Represent clients in court and administrative hearings, including the Public Employment Relations Board
  • Engage in trial work and take ownership of case responsibilities
  • Work closely with clients, handling direct client contact, investigations, and strategy development
  • Participate in high-impact cases involving state and federal constitutional and statutory law
  • Litigate cutting-edge legal issues involving public sector law and appeals

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Four to ten years of litigation experience, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial work
  • Strong academic credentials with a proven ability to handle complex legal issues
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Experience in labor and employment law, public sector law, or appeals is a plus
  • Ability to work independently, take ownership of cases, and manage client relationships
  • Demonstrated commitment to public interest legal practice or serving the public sector is highly desirable
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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