Labor & Employment Mid-Senior Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a skilled associate with at least 5 years of experience to join its Labor & Employment practice in Pittsburgh, PA. This role involves advising companies and senior executives on complex employment disputes and workforce issues, with a focus on executive mobility, restrictive covenant litigation, and employment matters related to corporate transactions.

Duties

• Litigate restrictive covenant and trade secret disputes, including injunctive relief matters.
• Advise on executive mobility issues, including onboarding and departures.
• Counsel clients on employment compliance and risk management.
• Support employment aspects of M&A transactions, including diligence and integration.
• Assist with internal investigations involving whistleblower or reputational concerns.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in labor and employment litigation or related commercial litigation.
• Experience with restrictive covenant disputes and trade secrets preferred.
• Strong drafting and writing skills, including briefs and motions.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar is required.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving instincts and sound judgment.
• Ability to analyze complex issues quickly.
• Willingness to work with innovative technology platforms.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with merit bonus opportunities.
• Billable hours credit for pro bono work.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

This firm is one of BCG's favorite to work with. Why? Because there are no pretensions here, just attorneys who are interested in professionals who can make a dual committment to clients and to the firm. With particularly good regulated industries and public utilities department, this firm is much more interested in your relevant experience that will help out a particular group of clientele. Don't take this group too lightly, though, they are selective in terms of people who match with their culture, which is hardworking, unassuming, and collegial.