4 Year Wage & Hour Litigation Associate

4 Year Wage & Hour Litigation Associate Experience: Mid Level Salary: $200,000 - $240,000 per year We are seeking a dynamic, highly driven, and experienced Wage & Hour Litigation Associate to join our team for a permanent 4-year position. This is an exceptional opportunity to work in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment that offers a platform for professional growth and development. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of employment laws, drafting and revising handbooks, and the Colorado Wage Act and Fair Labor Standards Act. This role will be instrumental in strengthening our Labor and Employment, Wage and Hour Litigation team. Responsibilities Manage and oversee wage and hour litigation cases, representing clients in both state and federal court Advise clients on compliance with the Colorado Wage Act, Fair Labor Standards Act, and other federal and state labor laws Draft, revise, and implement employee handbooks, policies, and procedures ensuring compliance with current laws and regulations Provide counsel and guidance on labor and employment issues to internal teams and clients Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to provide strategic advice to clients Prepare and present comprehensive, clear, and concise legal reports and recommendations Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment and U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division regulations, rules, and interpretative guidance materials Qualifications JD from an ABA-accredited law school Admission to the Colorado Bar Minimum of 4 years of experience in wage and hour litigation Proven experience with employment laws, drafting/revising handbooks, Labor and Employment, and Wage and Hour Litigation team Familiarity with the Colorado Wage Act and Fair Labor Standards Act Experience interpreting Colorado Department of Labor and Employment and U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division regulations, rules, and interpretative guidance materials Excellent academic credentials Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills Exceptional oral and written communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team High level of professionalism and outstanding business judgment A bit about us We’re a national employment law firm with over 25 offices and more than 450 attorneys. Our attorneys practice before state and federal courts and administrative agencies across the U.S. and we are looking for an experienced Wage & Hour Litigation Associate to join our team. This position provides an opportunity to work on high‑profile cases and interact with top‑tier clients, offering a platform for professional growth and advancement. Why join us? Hybrid Excellent Benefits Equity Profit Sharing 401k Competitive Compensation Professional Growth & Advancement #J-18808-Ljbffr