Labor and Employment Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Labor and Employment Associate with 3 to 6 years of experience to support its OSHA-focused practice in Chicago, Illinois. This role involves advising on workplace safety compliance, enforcement matters, and related litigation within a nationally recognized practice.

Duties

• Advise clients on OSHA and MSHA compliance and enforcement matters.
• Represent clients in workplace safety investigations and related litigation.
• Manage on-site inspections and interact with regulatory agencies.
• Handle litigation tasks including depositions, discovery, and motion practice.
• Support whistleblower defense matters and related proceedings.
• Collaborate with legal teams on case strategy and client advisement.

Requirements

• 3 to 6 years of experience in OSHA, MSHA, environmental, or whistleblower matters.
• Experience in compliance, enforcement, and related litigation.
• Litigation experience preferred, including depositions, discovery, and motions.
• Strong academic credentials and professional work ethic.
• Admission to the relevant state bar or eligibility for admission.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active bar membership in the applicable jurisdiction or eligibility to obtain admission.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex regulatory and litigation matters.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement.
• Professional development programs, training, and continuing legal education opportunities.
• Hands-on experience with client interaction and case strategy.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement plan.

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.