Senior Attorney - Labor & Employment

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Attorney (Labor & Employment) – New York, NY 

Our client, a well-respected firm in New York City, is seeking a skilled Labor & Employment Attorney to join their growing practice. This role offers the opportunity to handle a diverse caseload across labor and employment matters, while working in a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in labor and employment disputes, including wage & hour, discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, and employment contract matters.

• Provide counsel to employers and employees on compliance with state and federal labor laws.

• Draft and review employment agreements, workplace policies, and handbooks.

• Handle administrative proceedings before agencies such as the EEOC, NLRB, and DOL.

• Manage litigation matters from inception through resolution, including motion practice, depositions, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school; licensed to practice in New York (additional bar admissions a plus).

• 3+ years of labor & employment law experience.

• Strong litigation skills, including depositions, motions, and client counseling.

• Excellent writing, research, and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

What’s Offered:

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience) - $200,000-300,000 + bonus

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO.

• Collegial work environment with mentorship and professional development opportunities.

• Exposure to a wide variety of labor & employment matters with strong client contact.