Labor and Employment Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a labor and employment associate for its office in Dallas, Texas. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 6 years of experience in employment litigation, handling administrative charges, employment counseling and training, handbook drafting, and workplace investigations.

Duties

• Manage employment litigation cases.
• Handle administrative charges and related processes.
• Provide employment counseling and training.
• Draft and review employee handbooks.
• Conduct workplace investigations.

Requirements

• 3 to 6 years of relevant experience.
• Admitted and in good standing with a state bar.
• Hands-on courtroom and/or deposition experience preferred.
• Strong academic credentials desired.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• State bar admission.

Skills

• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Health and dental premiums covered for employees.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) matching.

Over the past three decades, this law firm has earned itself a reputation for being accessible, responsive, and client driven. The firm handles all matters related to bankruptcy and financial restructuring; commercial finance; corporate and securities; creditors' rights; entertainment, advertising, and new media; immigration; intellectual property; labor, employment, and benefits; litigation; mergers and acquisitions; private clients and estate planning; real estate; and tax. The professionals here strongly believe that there is no substitute for integrity, and this reflects in all their interactions with their peers, clients, and competitors.