Labor and Employment Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Labor and Employment Associate with 3-6 years of experience in Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), Environmental, and Whistleblower matters for a position in New York City, NY. The role involves working in a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Duties

• Manage OSHA compliance, enforcement, and related litigation.
• Conduct on-site inspections and interact with agencies.
• Engage in litigation activities, including depositions and discovery.
• Participate in motion practice and case strategy development.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of relevant OSHA, MSHA, Environmental, and Whistleblower experience.
• Preferred litigation experience, including depositions and discovery.
• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Admission to the State Bar or eligibility to waive in.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the State Bar.

Skills

• Excellent academic credentials.
• Solid work ethic and analytical skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training and CLE initiatives.
• Opportunities for substantive client contact.
• Involvement in case strategy and management.
• Paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

This Vault Law 100 and AmLaw 100 ranked firm operates through a distinctive client services model, which combines robust technology, knowledge management, process management techniques, alternative fee schedules, and practical tools. This firm provides thoughtful, strategic, and practical legal counsel and offer a national platform and international gateway to serve their clients. As associates, attorneys are compensated and advanced based on their individual merits and at varying rates. Additionally, the firm's professional services group offers alternatives for attorneys by tailoring arrangements according to each attorney's legal skill level, their desired time commitment, and overall total contribution aspirations. Attorneys at this firm are committed to playing an active and positive role in the communities where they work and live.