Job Overview:

A law firm is seeking a dedicated Employment Litigation Associate Attorney to join their team in Birmingham, AL. The successful candidate will be crucial in defending and litigating various employment-related claims, providing legal counsel to employers, and navigating complex labor and employment laws.

Job Details:

• Defend and litigate lawsuits encompassing a diverse 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 handling class/collective actions and cases involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contracts, employment torts, and non-compete agreements.
• Offer advice and counsel to employers on various labor and employment laws and regulations.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• Minimum of 1 year of litigation experience, preferably with a background in employment law.
• Active admission to the Alabama Bar or the ability to obtain admission quickly; Mississippi Bar admission is also preferred.
• Familiarity with current court and employment-related agency procedures at both state and federal levels.

Skills:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid organizational, time management, and project management skills.
• Dedication to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork.
• Capacity to work independently on various projects.

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.