Labor And Employment Attorney

Job Overview:
A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a skilled Labor and Employment Attorney to join its Employment Law Section. This role involves providing strategic guidance to employers, drafting key legal documents, and defending against employment-related claims and litigation nationwide. Ideal for a highly motivated attorney interested in compliance, litigation defense, and hands-on client support, this opportunity offers long-term career growth and the chance to work on complex employment matters across multiple jurisdictions.

Location:

• Metairie, LA

Duties:

• Provide day-to-day legal counsel to employers on workplace and personnel matters

• Conduct and document internal investigations with confidentiality and legal compliance

• Draft and review employment policies, handbooks, and severance agreements

• Defend employers in employment and wage & hour litigation (single plaintiff to class actions)

• Respond to regulatory complaints from federal, state, and local agencies

• Conduct audits for wage/hour compliance and employee classification

• Assist with affirmative action plan compliance under O.F.C.C.P. guidelines

• Draft and negotiate executive employment agreements, non-competes, and arbitration clauses

• Analyze pay equity, hiring practices, and potential discriminatory impacts

• Deliver legal training on topics such as harassment prevention, FMLA, and wage laws

• Support mergers and acquisitions with due diligence on employment risks

• Advise on WARN Act obligations and workforce reduction protocols

• Conduct Form I-9 audits and training to prepare for ICE or related inspections

Requirements:

• Strong interest in employment law and employer defense

• Ability to manage a large caseload and prioritize effectively

• Exceptional research and analytical skills

• Strong written and oral communication abilities

• Comfort working in a paperless, tech-driven environment

• Self-motivated and capable of working independently

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications:

• Admission to practice law in at least one U.S. state

• Additional state bar admissions and federal court admissions are a plus

Skills:

• Experience with Microsoft Office

• Familiarity with employment law compliance, litigation, or insurance coverage

• Law review, moot court participation, or top 50% law school class ranking preferred

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus potential

• Health savings account (HSA)-qualified medical plans

• 401(k) plan with automatic firm contribution