Associate Attorney - Labor & Employment | Growth & Mentorship

Kirkland Hochstetler PLLC; Estero (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirkland Hochstetler PLLC seeks an Associate Attorney to work full time on-site in Estero, FL, handling labor and employment matters. Responsibilities include legal research, drafting contracts and memos, and giving well-reasoned advice under senior attorney supervision.

The role requires JD, Florida bar admission or eligibility, strong communication, and ability to manage multiple matters with attention to deadlines.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and active Florida bar admission or eligibility for prompt admission.
• Experience or coursework in Labor and Employment Law; advising on workplace policies and compliance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with precise drafting and client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft contracts, memoranda, pleadings, and other documents under supervision.
• Provide well-reasoned legal advice aligned with client objectives and risk tolerance.
• Negotiate on behalf of clients and participate in client meetings.
• Assist with case strategy, preparation for hearings, mediations, and other proceedings.
• Manage assigned case files, track deadlines, and maintain thorough documentation.

Skills

Labor Law

Legal Research

Negotiation

Written Communication

Client Counseling

Team Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Legal Research Databases

Job description

Kirkland Hochstetler PLLC seeks an Associate Attorney to work full time on-site in Estero, FL, handling labor and employment matters. Responsibilities include legal research, drafting contracts and memos, and giving well-reasoned advice under senior attorney supervision.

The role requires JD, Florida bar admission or eligibility, strong communication, and ability to manage multiple matters with attention to deadlines.