Employment Lawyers, Detroit Metro

Join Our Team as an Employment Lawyer at Axiom Location: Detroit, MI We are seeking Employment Lawyers to support clients based in the Detroit metro area. In this role, you will provide expert legal advice and support to our clients across a variety of industries, ensuring compliance and mitigating risk in all aspects of employment law. This is an existing vacancy. Responsibilities Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating employment agreements, separation agreements, employee handbooks, workplace policies, and other labor and employment-related documents. Providing legal guidance on employment law matters, including wage and hour compliance, discrimination claims, pay transparency, workplace investigations, and employee relations. Collaborating with clients, HR teams, and business leaders on workforce management initiatives, employment disputes, and compliance projects. Managing employment-related legal issues for clients across a variety of industries, including manufacturing, automotive, retail and tech. Staying ahead of industry trends and regulatory changes to provide proactive counsel on evolving labor and employment laws. Qualifications 5+ years of experience in labor and employment law. Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Title VII, and related workplace compliance requirements. Proven track record of advising clients on employment litigation avoidance, workplace investigations, policy development, and risk management strategies. Excellent communication, negotiation, technology, and problem-solving skills. Juris Doctor degree or equivalent and licensed to practice law in Michigan or eligible for admission. Preferred Skills Experience with employment litigation and multi-state compliance issues. SHRM, HRCI, or other relevant employment law or HR-related certifications are a plus. Compensation The estimated total compensation for full-time Axiom attorney roles is $104,500–$325,000 per year and for non-attorney roles is $71,250–$309,750 per year. Compensation decisions are based on various factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs. Employees may be eligible for additional benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and PTO; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities and tools. Equal Employment Opportunity Diversity is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender identity status, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment. Reasonable Accommodations Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require accommodations to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Background Check Requirement Employment with Axiom may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, NY Fair Chance Act, and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. #J-18808-Ljbffr Axiom