Associate, Employment Litigation

Constangy Brooks Smith & Prophete LLP; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete LLP seeks an associate with 2-5 years of experience, based in Texas. The candidate will ideally reside near Dallas for remote and/or in-person work, and others will be considered.

The role focuses on labor and employment law, including drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings, drafting and arguing motions, and taking and defending depositions. The successful candidate must have active admission to practice and be in good standing in Texas,

Qualifications

• Experience in labor and employment law is required.
• Strong writing and analytical skills are essential.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft and respond to discovery and initial pleadings.
• Draft and argue motions.
• Take and defend depositions.

Skills

Labor & Employment Law

Discovery & Pleadings

Motions

Depositions

Legal Writing

Independent Work

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Description

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete seeks an associate with 2-5 years of experience, based in the state of Texas. The candidate for this role will ideally reside near Dallas for remote and/or in-person work. Candidates located outside of Dallas will be open for consideration as well. The ideal candidate will be comfortable drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings, drafting and arguing motions, as well as taking and defending depositions. Prior experience in labor and employment law is required. Candidate must have excellent academic credentials, strong writing and analytical skills, and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Successful candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Must have active admission to practice and be in good standing in the State of Texas.

This position is not open to submission from external recruiters.

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete LLP is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, assignment, re-assignment, promotion, transfer, and compensation. Our Firm prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation in employment based on race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy); gender; gender expression or identity; change of sex or transgender status; sexual orientation; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military or veteran status; or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete LLP is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, assignment, re-assignment, promotion, transfer, and compensation. Our Firm prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation in employment based on race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy); gender; gender expression or identity; change of sex or transgender status; sexual orientation; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military or veteran status; or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.