Attorney

Australia-Employment; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Paid time off and firm holidays

Collaborative team environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Jobot, an employment law firm in New York, seeks an experienced Employment Attorney to manage litigation from intake to resolution, representing employees in discrimination, harassment, wage-and-hour claims. The role requires a J.D.

and active bar admission, with 3+ years in plaintiff-side employment law and strong negotiation skills. The position offers a hybrid schedule in New York, a salary range of $170,000 to $250,000 per year, plus bonuses, and opportunities for case ownership and

Qualifications

• J.D. and active bar admission in good standing.
• 3+ years of experience practicing employment law (plaintiff-side preferred).
• Strong litigation and negotiation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage a fast-paced caseload independently.
• Genuine commitment to advocating for employee rights.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of employment litigation matters from intake through resolution.
• Conduct client consultations and case evaluations.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and settlement demands.
• Represent clients in depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances.
• Negotiate settlements and severance agreements.
• Stay current on federal and state employment law developments.

Skills

Litigation skills

Negotiation

Written communication

Verbal communication

Case management

Employee rights advocacy

Education

J.D.

Job description

Attorney

$170000 - $250000 per year | New York, NY | Hybrid | Permanent

A bit about us:

Our growing employment law firm is seeking an experienced Employment Attorney to join our team. We represent employees in workplace disputes, including discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, retaliation, and wage-and-hour claims.

Why join us?

• Competitive salary plus performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Paid time off and firm holidays
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and case ownership

Job Details

What You'll Do

• Manage a caseload of employment litigation matters from intake through resolution
• Conduct client consultations and case evaluations
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and settlement demands
• Represent clients in depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances
• Negotiate settlements and severance agreements
• Stay current on federal and state employment law developments

What We're Looking For

• J.D. and active bar admission in good standing
• 3+ years of experience practicing employment law (plaintiff-side experience preferred)
• Strong litigation and negotiation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to manage a fast-paced caseload independently
• Genuine commitment to advocating for employee rights

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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