Employment Litigation Associate

Employment Litigation Associate

Founded 40+ years ago, this is a national litigation law firm, with over 200 attorneys, that provides legal services to businesses, insurance companies, and other organizations across a wide range of industries.

You will have experience handling employment-related disputes, advising clients on workplace legal issues, and representing clients throughout all stages of litigation. This attorney will manage a diverse caseload, develop effective litigation strategies, conduct legal research, draft pleadings and motions, take and defend depositions, participate in mediations and settlement negotiations, and represent clients in court and administrative proceedings.

Responsibilities:

• Litigation Management: Manage employment litigation matters from initial case assessment through discovery, motion practice, settlement, trial, and appeal, as appropriate.
• Legal Research and Writing: Draft complaints, answers, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, deposition outlines, settlement agreements, and other legal documents.
• Employment Law Matters: Handle disputes involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour claims, employment contracts, restrictive covenants, leave and accommodation issues, and other workplace-related claims.
• Depositions and Discovery: Conduct and defend depositions, prepare witnesses for testimony, oversee written discovery, review documents, and develop case-specific discovery strategies.
• Hearings and Trial Preparation: Prepare cases for hearings, arbitrations, mediations, and trial, including witness preparation, exhibit development, and trial strategy.
• Settlement and Negotiation: Evaluate litigation risks, damages exposure, and potential defenses; negotiate settlements and participate in alternative dispute resolution proceedings.
• Administrative Proceedings: Represent clients before applicable federal, state, and local administrative agencies, including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), as relevant to the practice.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license and good standing with the relevant state bar.
• Experience handling employment litigation matters, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and settlement negotiations.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.

Compensation/Benefits:

• Base Salary: $150-220k+, commensurate with experience.
• Additional Compensation: Annual performance-based bonus.
• Benefits Package: Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match program, vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and professional development/career growth programs.