Associate Attorney, Employment Law

Romano Law PLLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Romano Law PLLC in New York as a Mid-Level Associate Attorney specializing in employment law. You will handle various workplace issues, providing practical advice while maintaining high standards of quality.

This role includes drafting legal documents and participating in client development. With a total compensation package ranging from $120,000 to $170,000 depending on experience and performance, the firm values professional development and diversity in its collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in employment law.
• Licensed to practice law in New York.
• Strong work ethic and receptiveness to feedback.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Head of the Employment Department.
• Advise employers on workplace issues.
• Draft, review, and revise legal documents.

Skills

Employment law expertise

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Client development

Job description

Mid-Level Associate Attorney (Employment Law)

YOU ARE

• A stellar attorney with at least 4-6 full years’ experience in employment law.
• Licensed to practice law in New York.
• Conscientious, thorough and you take the accuracy of your work seriously.
• Proactive, driven and good under pressure. You’re even a little competitive.
• Eager to learn and improve on the job, so you are receptive to feedback.
• Polished, poised, practical, energetic and you have a strong work ethic.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WOULD

• Report tto the Head of the Employment Department.
• Have varied activities including multiple, simultaneous projects that offer learning opportunities.
• Use your expertise-based problem‑solving skills to offer innovative solutions.
• Be required to have a high degree of specialized expertise and skill in maintaining established standards of quality and accuracy. You believe that quality should never be compromised.
• Advise employers on day‑to‑day workplace issues and deliver practical, plain English advice.
• Draft, review, and revise demand letters, complaints, and motion papers in employment‑related disputes.
• Assist with all substantive aspects of employment disputes, including agency submissions, drafting discovery requests and responses and preparing for depositions.
• Draft and update contracts, handbooks and other employment‑related agreements and help clients implement compliant workplace practices.
• Lead by example: with your work ethic, your drive for success, and positive attitude.
• Be involved in client development, marketing and the growth of the firm.

WHY US

• As we continue to grow, professional development is important to us – we provide an environment that promotes that.
• Diversity is valued at Romano Law. We appreciate differing backgrounds and thoughts.
• A collaborative and approachable environment.
• Total Compensation – $120,000 – $170,000 (based on experience and performance).