Employment Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Employment Litigation Associate in Albany, NY. The successful candidate will join a team dedicated to providing strategic legal solutions in employment and labor law. This role involves defending and litigating a variety of employment-related claims and advising employers on legal matters.

Duties

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving employment-related claims and agency charges of discrimination.
• Advise, counsel, and train employers on employment and labor law issues.
• Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• 2+ years of experience, with a strong preference for an employment law background.
• Current NY bar admission or ability to obtain admission.
• Understanding of current state and federal agency procedures.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar.

Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Eligible for annual bonuses.

A Vault 10 firm for Labor and Employment Law, this firm is a powerhouse in this realm. If L&E is your passion, this is an excellent place to develop that specialty and learn from the best. The firm offers an impressive 57 offices from Portland to Puerto Rico, a physical testament to the fact that it has become one of the main employment law counsel providers in the nation. Attorneys at this firm can be sure that your employment matters will involve sophisticated clients and complex issues.