Associate, Employment Litigation

Constangy; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete LLP seeks an associate in the Nashville area with 1–3 years of experience. The candidate will draft and respond to discovery and initial pleadings, argue motions, and take depositions. Experience with witness interviews and EEOC Statements is valued. Strong academic credentials and the ability to manage multiple matters are required, with Tennessee admission in good standing.

Qualifications

• Requires admission to practice and in good standing in Tennessee.
• Experience drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings.
• Experience taking and defending depositions; strong writing and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft and respond to discovery and initial pleadings.
• Draft and argue motions and conduct depositions.
• Interview witnesses and draft Statements of Position for EEOC.
• Manage multiple complex matters in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Drafting motions

Depositions

Discovery responses

EEOC statements

Legal writing

Education

J.D. or equivalent

Job description

The Nashville office of Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete seeks an associate with 1-3 years of experience, based in the state of Tennessee. The candidate for this role will ideally reside near Nashville for remote and/or in-person work. 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. Additionally, experience with witness interviews and the drafting of Statements of Position for the EEOC is highly valued. Significant experience in labor and employment law is preferred; but candidates with strong litigation experience and an interest in labor and employment will be considered. Candidate must have good 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 Tennessee.

Candidate materials and all other inquiries should be submitted directly to Nicholas Golden, National Recruiting Manager, at ngolden@constangy or online, via application.

This position is not open for external recruiter submission at this time.

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.