Employment Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Employment Litigation Associate to join its Omaha, NE office. The firm specializes in employment and labor law, providing strategic solutions to employers nationwide. This role involves representing employers in various legal matters and contributing to a high-functioning workforce.

Duties

• Represent employers on labor issues, including elections, arbitrations, grievances, and negotiations.
• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving employment-related claims and discrimination charges.
• Advise, counsel, and train employers on employment and labor law issues.
• Represent employers in court, before agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration on employment matters.
• Prosecute and defend noncompete cases and provide related advice to employers.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• 2+ years of experience in labor, immigration, or employment law preferred.
• Current Nebraska, Iowa, or South Dakota Bar admission in good standing.
• Understanding of current state and federal agency procedures.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in Nebraska, Iowa, or South Dakota.

Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong work ethic, organizational, and time management skills.
• Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork.

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.