Labor and Employment Associate

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a Labor and Employment Associate for its Lansing, Michigan office. This role is ideal for a mid-level associate eager to develop expertise in a comprehensive labor and employment practice.

Duties

• Counsel clients on discrimination, harassment, retaliation, FMLA, ADA, and wage and hour laws.
• Conduct or support workplace investigations.
• Participate in litigation, including depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Handle labor matters such as collective bargaining, grievances, arbitrations, and representation proceedings.
• Advise employers on compliance with federal and state labor and employment laws.
• Draft and revise employment policies, agreements, and related documentation.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in employment and/or labor law.
• Experience advising employers, preferably with a law firm or relevant government/public entity background.
• Exposure to litigation, including depositions, motions, and case development.
• Experience with public sector clients, investigations, or labor matters is a plus.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent writing and analytical skills.
• A collaborative approach to working with teams and clients.
• Licensed and in good standing in Michigan, or eligible for admission.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Michigan or eligible for admission.

Skills

• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teams and clients.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.

This small firm has attorneys with diverse backgrounds with varying business and practical experiences and personal and professional interests. Their clients are diverse in size and character, for they represent individuals in their personal and business concerns, trusts and estates, publicly traded and multinational companies, and many start-up, small, and medium-sized businesses. The work environment has a closely-knit collegial feeling to it. Attorneys pride themselves on their values because they provide the underpinnings for the way they run their business, the way they treat their clients, and the way they work with each other. They strive to be honest and fair; to treat all as valued members of their team; to mentor others and strive for their successes. Attorneys here are committed to working together and serving their communities through pro bono work.