Employment Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Employment Litigation Associate to join its Austin, TX office. The successful candidate will work on a variety of employment-related legal matters, providing representation and counsel to employers.

Duties

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving employment-related claims and discrimination charges.
• Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, and in mediations and arbitrations.
• Handle cases including class/collective actions, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and contract disputes.
• Advise employers on labor and employment laws and regulations.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• 3+ years of litigation experience, with a preference for employment law background.
• Active Texas bar admission or ability to obtain admission quickly.
• Understanding of court and employment-related agency procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active Texas bar admission.

Skills

• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork.
• Ability to work independently on various projects.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunity employer.

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.