Labor and Employment Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Labor and Employment Associate to join its New York office. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of experience in labor and employment law, with a strong background in employment litigation. This role requires immediate licensure to practice law in New York.

Duties

• Defend and prosecute breaches of restrictive covenants.
• Prepare and negotiate employment contracts.
• Draft executive compensation provisions.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of labor and employment law experience.
• Significant employment litigation experience.
• Licensed to practice law in New York.

Education

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

Certifications

• New York State Bar admission.

Skills

• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent negotiation and drafting skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans.
• Superior 401(k) plan.
• Generous paid parental leave.
• Ample time off programs.
• Mental health and wellness programs.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee referral bonus program.

This New York law firm is one of the nation's largest firm specializing exclusively in labor and employment law. Attorneys based in the New York office enjoy a small firm atmosphere, but at the same time have the legal resources, technical support and entrepreneurial vision of a large firm with a prestigious national reputation. Attorneys in the New York office, like attorneys in all offices of the firm, represent clients in virtually every facet of American industry. Most of the New York attorneys are generalists, and new associates are provided with exposure to the multitude of components of the firm's broad employment practice. The firm sponsors an annual five-day training program for all new attorneys where many practical subjects are discussed over this weeklong orientation. In addition, all new associates are assigned to a shareholder who serves as a mentor to promote and support their professional development. The firm offers market salaries and strongly encourages all attorneys to spend at least 25 hours per year in advising nonprofit organizations on employment-related issues. Due to the recent success of the firm, the New York office anticipates continued excitement and dynamic growth.