Defense Litigation Associate Attorney

Fort Lauderdale office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks defense litigation associate attorney with 3+ years of experience. The candidate will work with and counsel clients on various day-to-day employment law challenges, drafting/revising handbooks, manager training, and similar activities. Should have experience with litigation matters from start to finish, such as drafting and responding to pleadings, managing discovery, drafting and arguing motions, as well as taking and defending depositions and participating in mediations and trials. Wage-hour litigation expertise and experience counseling and auditing clients on wage-hour compliance and government DOL investigations is a plus. Should have some experience in employment law. Admission to the Florida Bar is required.

The candidate should have excellent academic credentials, strong writing and analytical skills, the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, commitment to and empathy for their fellow team members, and a relentless commitment to personal growth and client service. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package for staff that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, 401(k) and carve-out election, profit sharing, life insurance, long-term disability, and an employee assistance program.

Nationally-known as one of the largest labor and employment law,firms, this firm has offices throughout the United States and partners with a network of lawyers on six continents to provide the highest quality service around the globe. Using technology, templates, and other systems allows the firm to be more efficient. Believing in diversity, the firm attracts professionals from various backgrounds and provides mentoring, training, and additional support and resources. Many of the lawyers are members of and serve in local and national organizations that help promote diversity and inclusion in the legal profession. The firm has an entrepreneurial culture and collegial atmosphere where employees can work as an individual or as a team. The firm is consistently growing and has many opportunities for professional and personal growth. The firm is an equal employment employer and has a great benefits package.