Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Cleveland, OH is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate Attorney with 4-7 years of experience. The ideal candidate must have prior experience in employment law and must be admitted in Ohio. This position involves handling various aspects of employment litigation, counseling clients on employment law challenges, and drafting/revising handbooks and policies.

Duties:

• Draft and respond to pleadings in employment litigation cases.
• Manage discovery process, including document production and depositions.
• Draft and argue motions before the court.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Participate in mediations and trials.
• Counsel clients on day-to-day employment law challenges.
• Draft and revise employee handbooks and policies.
• Conduct manager training sessions and similar activities.

Requirements:

• 4-7 years of employment litigation experience for a litigation defense role.
• Admission to the Ohio Bar.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to teamwork and empathy for fellow team members.
• Relentless commitment to personal growth and client service.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Ohio Bar.

Skills:

• Experience in drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and arguing motions in employment litigation.
• Strong writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to counsel clients on employment law matters.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Commitment to personal growth and client service.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off and paid parental leave.
• 401(k) and carve out election, profit sharing.
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
• 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.