Employment Litigation Of Counsel

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Employment Litigation Of Counsel for its Grand Rapids, MI office. The role involves defending and litigating a variety of employment-related claims and providing strategic advice to employers on labor law issues.

Duties

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving employment-related claims and agency charges.
• Advise, counsel, and train employers on employment and labor law issues.
• Represent employers in court, arbitration, and mediations, including class/collective actions and discrimination cases.
• Manage litigation cases in a first-chair capacity.

Requirements

• 9+ years of experience in employment litigation.
• Current Michigan Bar admission in good standing.
• Supervisory experience over associate and paralegal work.
• In-depth understanding of state and federal agency procedures.

Education

• JD from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.

Certifications

• Michigan 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, time management, and project management skills.
• Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, 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.