Associate Counsel - Labor And Employment

Job Title: Associate Counsel - Labor And Employment

Job Overview:

A respected law firm based in Brookhaven, GA, is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney focused on Labor and Employment matters to support its internal legal services group and collaborate with a broad range of business units. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented legal professional with a strong foundation in employment law and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset. The selected candidate will work onsite and engage in occasional travel to represent the organization across various proceedings and initiatives.

Duties:

• Prepare position statements in response to employment-related agency claims

• Address requests from government agencies for supplemental documentation

• Lead internal inquiries into workplace matters

• Prepare witnesses and participate in administrative hearings and fact-finding proceedings

• Represent the organization during mediations and settlement discussions

• Respond to attorney demands and pre-litigation communications

• Support the mitigation of legal risks through policy review and strategic recommendations

• Develop and conduct training sessions for leadership and employees on key employment topics

• Coordinate with external legal partners as necessary

• Guide to human resources and field staff regarding compliance with employment laws

• Contribute to the implementation of internal legal initiatives

• Travel occasionally for meetings, court-related appearances, or mediations

• Assist with other related tasks supporting labor and employment legal operations

Requirements:

• 1-5 years of legal experience, preferably in labor and employment law

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in dynamic environments

• Proven capacity to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high-quality output

• Strong verbal and written communication proficiency

• Excellent interpersonal skills for working with individuals at all organizational levels and external stakeholders

• Comfortable handling sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism and discretion

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Admitted to practice law and in good standing with at least one U.S. jurisdiction

Skills:

• Advanced research and legal drafting skills

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving orientation

• Confidence in delivering presentations and legal training

• Capable of driving projects to completion with minimal oversight

• High degree of integrity, initiative, and adaptability

Job Location:

Brookhaven, GA (Atlanta metro area)

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Employer-matched 401(k) retirement plan

• Generous paid time off and holidays

• Performance-based associate bonus program

• Employee referral incentive program

This law firm provides legal representation in matters related to employment law defense and business litigation. Its key practice areas include employment litigation, labor relations, affirmative action, trade secrets, business litigation, and estate planning. The firm's attorneys have extensive legal experience in these practice areas. The firm's principal office is located in Atlanta, Georgia. It has two additional offices in Carlsbad and Sacramento, California.