Labor and Employment Associate Attorney (Class Action) - TX

LABOR & EMPLOYMENT ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Locations: Austin, TX | Dallas, TX | Houston, TX

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Our client, a prominent AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a highly motivated Associate Attorney to join its dynamic and expanding Labor and Employment Class Action Practice Group. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative and high-stakes litigation with a collaborative team of skilled professionals. Candidate Profile · JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record · Active Bar Admission in Texas, in good standing · 4-6 years of substantive experience in complex litigation with a focus on employment related and/ class actions

• Extensive experience defending class action lawsuits, including but not limited to:

Employment discrimination, workplace privacy, and EEOC/DOL matters · Wage and hour claims, statutory or common law privacy issues

• Background in counseling employers on federal and state employment law compliance, drafting workplace policies and assisting clients with employment issues is required.
• A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset and a desire to tackle cutting-edge legal issues
• Exceptional legal research and writing skills

Key Responsibilities

• Litigate a variety of high-profile class action cases, with a particular focus on labor and employment class actions

Develop case strategies and provide support throughout all aspects of litigation, from discovery to trial

• Draft workplace policies

Provide strategic counsel to clients on complex legal issues

• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality legal solutions
• Maintain direct client relationships and manage case teams effectively

Why Join Us? This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced litigator to join a collegial and forward-thinking team specializing in class action litigation. You will work on high-impact cases involving cutting-edge legal theories and strategies, contributing to the evolution of class action law. The firm is committed to professional growth, offering resources and mentorship to support your career trajectory. With a part-hybrid work environment and locations in major markets, you’ll enjoy flexibility and the chance to work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative setting. Compensation & Benefits · Competitive Salary: Expected annual base salary of $290,000+, as determined by experience and market factors

• Bonus Eligibility

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid parental leave; commuter benefits; employee assistance programs; paid time off; emergency childcare; 401(k)/retirement plans; and additional firm-sponsored perks Application Requirements Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and a writing sample for consideration. Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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