Employment Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Employment Litigation Associate to join its team in Raleigh, NC. The successful candidate will defend and litigate a variety of employment-related claims and provide counsel on labor and employment laws.

Duties

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving employment-related claims and discrimination charges.
• Represent employers in court, before agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration.
• Provide advice on labor and employment laws and regulations.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• 5+ years of litigation experience; employment law background preferred.
• Active NC bar admission or ability to obtain admission quickly.
• Understanding of court and employment-related agency procedures.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Active NC bar admission.

Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Commitment to professionalism and teamwork.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunity employer.

A Vault 10 firm for Labor and Employment Law, this firm is a powerhouse in this realm. If L&E is your passion, this is an excellent place to develop that specialty and learn from the best. The firm offers an impressive 57 offices from Portland to Puerto Rico, a physical testament to the fact that it has become one of the main employment law counsel providers in the nation. Attorneys at this firm can be sure that your employment matters will involve sophisticated clients and complex issues.