Labor and Employment Associate Attorney

A law firm in Nashville, TN, is seeking a Labor and Employment Associate Attorney with a self-starting attitude, excellent client service skills, strong academic credentials, and exceptional legal research and writing abilities. The ideal candidate must be qualified to practice law in Tennessee and should have at least 3 years of experience in labor and employment law.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel and representation to clients in labor and employment matters
• Conduct legal research and draft legal memoranda, pleadings, and other documents
• Advise clients on compliance with federal, state, and local labor and employment laws and regulations
• Represent clients in administrative proceedings before agencies such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)
• Assist in the defense of employment-related litigation, including discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, and wage and hour claims
• Negotiate and draft employment agreements, severance agreements, and other employment-related contracts
• Conduct internal investigations into allegations of workplace misconduct
• Provide training to clients on labor and employment law issues

Requirements:

• Self-starter with excellent client service skills
• Strong academic credentials
• Exceptionally strong legal research and writing skills
• Qualified to practice law in Tennessee
• At least 3 years of experience in labor and employment law

Education:

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

Certifications:

Admission to the Tennessee State Bar

Skills:

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local labor and employment laws and regulations
• Litigation and dispute resolution skills
• Negotiation skills
• Attention to detail
• Analytical thinking
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Generous PTO
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Retirement Plan
• Professional Development Opportunities

Work/life balance in a relaxed environment is a big draw for associates at this firm. This Amlaw firm allows its associates access, early on, to sophisticated work. There is also tremendous community involvement within a collaborative company culture at this firm.