Labor and Employment Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Labor and Employment Associate in Detroit to perform legal research, manage discovery, draft legal documents, attend hearings, and support partner-level attorneys in employment-related litigation and traditional labor matters.

Duties

• Conduct thorough and high-quality legal research.
• Assist with all areas of discovery, including drafting requests and responses.
• Prepare legal briefs and other pleadings.
• Collaborate with partner-level attorneys on document production.
• Draft responses to EEOC and MDCR charges.
• Handle various aspects of employment-related litigation.
• Prepare trial materials and attend proceedings.

Requirements

• 3-6 years' experience in employment-related litigation and client counseling.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Good organizational and project management skills.
• Experience in managing discovery and depositions.
• Proficient in online legal research services.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience in traditional labor matters is a plus.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to the Michigan State Bar, or eligible for prompt admission.

Skills

• Proficient in legal research and writing.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Effective communication skills.

Benefits

One of the largest and established law firms based in Michigan, with offices in Michigan and elsewhere, this firm has played and continues to play significant role in industrial and manufacturing industries in and around Detroit. This is a full service law firm, whose practice area includes corporate, litigation, tax, intellectual property, and other types of law. The firm has an impressive list of global clients. The lawyers graduated from both regional and national law schools, with high academic honors. The environment at the firm is collegial, but lawyers are expected to work hard and long. Fortunately, lawyers are compensated well at the firm, and generally its lawyers enjoy their work and their colleagues. An excellent opportunity awaits outstanding attorneys with top credentials.