Associate Attorney, Employment Litigation (Remote Fridays)

Mizrahi Kroub LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fridays remote

Flexible work from home options

All CLEs paid and bar dues

Job summary

Mizrahi Kroub LLP is seeking an Associate to join the growing Employment Litigation practice in New York City. The Associate will support a Senior Associate and/or Partner, handling matters from pre-litigation through resolution with mentorship and hands-on experience.

You will draft pleadings, conduct legal research, manage case timelines, and assist in hearings, depositions, and negotiations. This role offers growth opportunities within a collaborative, mission-driven firm.

Qualifications

• Admitted to the New York State Bar.
• 1–2 years of litigation experience, preferably employment or plaintiff-side.
• Familiarity with employment-related claims (Title VII, NYSHRL, NYC HRL, FLSA, NYLL).
• Strong legal research, writing and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple assignments in a fast-paced litigation environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Interest in developing litigation skills with mentorship.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal software (Lexis Nexis, Clio).

Responsibilities

• Assist with all phases of employment litigation matters under supervision.
• Draft demand letters, pleadings, complaints, motions, discovery requests and responses.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda.
• Communicate with clients regarding case developments and assist with case management.
• Assist with preparing for and attending court hearings, conferences, and appearances.
• Prepare for and participate in depositions, including document and witness prep.
• Review discovery materials and assist with discovery strategy.
• Participate in settlement negotiations, mediations, and conferences.
• Collaborate with the litigation team to advance matters efficiently.
• Take on increasing responsibility as experience grows.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Written & verbal communication

Deadline management

Education

Admitted to NYS Bar

Tools

Lexis Nexis

Clio

Job description

Mizrahi Kroub LLP is seeking an Associate to join the growing Employment Litigation practice in New York City. The Associate will support a Senior Associate and/or Partner, handling matters from pre-litigation through resolution with mentorship and hands-on experience.

You will draft pleadings, conduct legal research, manage case timelines, and assist in hearings, depositions, and negotiations. This role offers growth opportunities within a collaborative, mission-driven firm.