Employment and Labor Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Employment and Labor Attorney to join their New York office. The ideal candidate will possess five to six years of experience in employment litigation, demonstrating expertise in case development, legal research, and writing.

Duties

• Develop and manage employment litigation cases.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and writing.
• Handle all aspects of discovery processes.
• Perform witness interviews and investigations.
• Draft and review legal briefs.

Requirements

• Five to six years of experience in employment litigation.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Exceptional communication and legal writing skills.
• High level of motivation and initiative.
• Strong work ethic.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar.

Skills

• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Excellent case management abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Long-term care and backup care benefits.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation and two weeks of sick time annually.
• Ten paid holidays each year.

Creative lawyering in a laid back environment is big draw for associates at this Amlaw firm. This California-based firm is highly regarded as one of the most innovative firms in the market. The firm is best known for its technology work and life sciences clients, and is generally recognized as the top legal provider for emerging companies. The California culture of the firm fosters a collaborative and social workplace, while the sophisticated training and meaningful attorney mentorship help develop associates into world class lawyers.