Labor And Employment Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Labor & Employment Associate

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid or Remote Available)

Salary Range: $220,000 - $265,000.

A nationally recognized labor and employment practice is seeking an associate with 2–4 years of employer-side employment litigation experience. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with large employers on complex workplace disputes, regulatory matters, and day-to-day employment counseling.

The ideal candidate is a motivated litigator who enjoys taking ownership of matters, building client relationships, and developing into a trusted advisor on evolving labor and employment issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Defend employers in employment litigation before state and federal courts, administrative agencies, arbitrators, and mediators

• Conduct witness interviews and assist with workplace investigations

• Draft position statements, pleadings, motions, and other litigation-related filings

• Prepare employment agreements, separation agreements, and other personnel-related documents

• Advise clients on employment law compliance, workplace policies, and risk management strategies

• Work directly with clients on litigation strategy and day-to-day employment issues

Qualifications:

• 2–4 years of employment defense experience

• Strong litigation background involving employment-related claims

• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills

• Experience handling matters before courts, agencies, arbitrators, or mediators

• Strong client service skills and a proactive approach to case management

• New York Bar admission required

 What the Role Offers:

• Sophisticated employer-side labor and employment practice

• Hybrid and remote work flexibility

• Direct client contact and meaningful responsibility

• Opportunity to develop both litigation and counseling skills

• Strong mentorship, business development training, and long-term growth opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity for an associate seeking a balanced employment practice that combines litigation, counseling, and client-facing responsibility within a collaborative team environment.