Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Southfield, MI, is seeking a skilled and motivated Employment Litigation Associate Attorney to join its dynamic legal team. The successful candidate will be responsible for defending and litigating a variety of employment-related claims, providing strategic advice to employers, and ensuring compliance with labor and employment laws.

Job Details:

• Defend and litigate lawsuits encompassing a broad range of employment-related claims and agency charges of discrimination.
• Represent employers in various legal settings, including court proceedings, administrative agencies, mediations, and arbitrations, focusing on matters such as class/collective actions, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract disputes, employment torts, and non-compete cases.
• Offer comprehensive advice and counsel to employers on a diverse array of labor and employment laws and regulations.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• A minimum of 2 years of litigation experience, with a strong background in employment law, is highly preferred.
• Active admission to the Michigan Bar or the ability to obtain admission promptly.
• Familiarity with current court and employment-related agency procedures at both state and federal levels.

Skills:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.
• Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills.
• Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork, while also possessing the ability to work independently on various projects.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active Michigan Bar admission or ability to obtain admission quickly.

Location:

• Southfield, MI

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.