Associate - Labor & Employment

Harris Beach Murtha; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Beach Murtha, a leading full‑service law firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney in its Labor & Employment practice located in Rochester (Pittsford), NY, with a hybrid work model. The role requires 1–4+ years of labor and employment law or related litigation experience and admission to the New York State Bar.

Candidates will conduct legal research, draft policies, respond to charges, draft motions, and participate in depositions and trials.

Qualifications

• 1‑4+ years of experience in labor & employment law or related litigation.
• Admission to the New York State Bar (active, good standing).
• Juris Doctor from an ABA‑accredited law school.
• Excellent research, writing and oral communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research on labor & employment matters.
• Draft and revise employee handbooks and policies.
• Prepare position statements and responses to EEOC, NY State Division of Human Rights, and CT Commission on Human Rights charges.
• Draft motions, respond to discovery, and prepare deposition materials.
• Participate as first or second chair in depositions, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials.
• Assist partners in trial and alternative dispute resolution preparation.
• Achieve a minimum of 1,800 billable hours per year.

Skills

Labor & Employment Law

Litigation

Research

Writing

Education

Juris Doctor (ABA-accredited)

Job description

Associate - Labor & Employment

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Organising Institution / Firm

Harris Beach Murtha

Rolling Basis (Official)

$120,000 - $165,000

1‑4+ years experience in labor and employment law or litigation; admission to the New York State Bar; Juris Doctor from an ABA‑accredited law school; active member in good standing of the Bar; strong research, writing and oral communication skills; ability to work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment; military experience welcome.

Contextual Overview

Harris Beach Murtha, a leading full‑service law firm, is hiring an Associate Attorney in its Labor & Employment practice located in Rochester (Pittsford), NY (hybrid work model).

Key Eligibility Criteria

• 1‑4+ years of experience in labor & employment law or related litigation.
• Admission to the New York State Bar (active, good standing).
• Juris Doctor from an ABA‑accredited law school.
• Excellent research, writing, and oral communication abilities.
• Capacity to thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
• Military experience is welcomed.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Conduct legal research on labor & employment matters.
• Draft and revise employee handbooks and policies.
• Prepare position statements and responses to EEOC, NY State Division of Human Rights, and CT Commission on Human Rights charges.
• Draft motions, respond to discovery, and prepare deposition materials.
• Participate as first or second chair in depositions, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials.
• Assist partners in trial and alternative dispute resolution preparation.
• Achieve a minimum of 1,800 billable hours per year.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Salary range: $120,000 – $165,000 (commensurate with experience). Full‑time, paid position with a comprehensive benefits package.