Attorney

Jobot; New York (NY); On-site; USD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Employment Attorney in New York to manage a full employment-law caseload and provide strategic legal guidance to employees. The role emphasizes handling discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, wage-and-hour claims, and related disputes.

You will conduct client consultations, draft pleadings, and represent clients at depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and court hearings while pursuing favorable settlements and ongoing case development.

Qualifications

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

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

J.D. & bar admission

3+ years employment law

litigation & negotiation

written & verbal communication

fast-paced caseload management

employee rights advocacy

Education

J.D. / Juris Doctor

Job description

Job Details

Salary: $170,000 - $250,000 per year

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

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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