Labor and Employment Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Labor and Employment Associate in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 4 years of experience in labor and employment defense, with a focus on employment counseling and litigation in federal and state courts and before government agencies.

Duties

• Provide legal counsel to employers on labor and employment law issues.
• Conduct witness interviews and investigations.
• Draft position statements and prepare employee handbooks and policies.
• Draft employment and separation agreements.
• Support employment-related litigation efforts.

Requirements

• 2 to 4 years of labor and employment defense experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Experience in federal and state court litigation.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Member of The Florida Bar.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Flexible office location in South Florida or Tampa.

This AmLaw firm is well-known for their banking sector, representing all 10 U.S. bank holding companies. Specializing in its Latin America practice, this firm prioritizes and provides diversity and inclusion amongst its associates. This firm has also obtained numerous accolades including a perfect score through the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality two years in a row, Top 25 For Female Partners by The American Lawyer, and Top 60 Firms For Diversity by The American Lawyer's Diversity Scoreboard.