Employment Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Employment Litigation Associate for its Grand Rapids, MI office. The role involves defending and litigating a variety of employment-related claims and providing counsel to employers on labor law issues. The successful candidate will represent clients in various legal settings, ensuring compliance and effective resolution of disputes.

Duties

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving employment-related claims and discrimination charges.
• Advise and train employers on employment and labor law issues.
• Represent employers in court, administrative agencies, mediations, and arbitrations.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• 2+ years of experience, with a preference for an employment law background.
• Current MI Bar admission in good standing.
• Understanding of state and federal agency procedures.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admission to the Michigan Bar.

Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills.
• Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork.

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.