Employment & Labor Associate Attorney

Keystone Distinction Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 225,000 - 345,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus eligibility

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Keystone Distinction Group's leading Employment & Labor practice seeks an Associate Attorney in Atlanta to advise clients, litigate, and counsel on complex employment matters. The candidate will work closely with partners and contribute to sophisticated matters with a practical, business-focused approach.

The role requires 2–6 years of employment law experience, top-tier JD, and active bar admission in good standing.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in applicable jurisdiction, in good standing.
• 2–6 years of substantive experience in employment law, including litigation and counseling matters.
• Experience handling and managing employment litigation matters and providing employment advice and counsel.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and human resources-related issues.
• Experience drafting and reviewing employment agreements, employee handbooks, policies, severance agreements, and related employment documents.
• Experience with employment litigation, including single-plaintiff claims, class actions, wage and hour matters, ERISA disputes, and administrative proceedings.
• Trial experience at any level is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day employment and human resources counseling to clients.
• Review, analyze, and draft employment agreements, employee handbooks, workplace policies, severance agreements, and related employment documentation.
• Handle employment litigation matters, including single-plaintiff and class action lawsuits, ERISA claims, wage and hour class actions, and administrative charges.
• Take and defend depositions, manage written discovery, draft and argue motions, and examine witnesses at trial.
• Advise clients on sensitive personnel matters and assist with policy development, review, and implementation.
• Support traditional labor matters and proceedings involving the NLRB.
• Conduct employment-related due diligence for mergers and acquisitions, including reviewing employment provisions in asset and stock purchase agreements.
• Play a key role in developing litigation strategy and case management.
• Conduct and support internal investigations.
• Assist the team with additional employment and labor matters as needed.

Skills

Employment law

Litigation

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Job description

EMPLOYMENT & LABOR ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Locations: Atlanta, GA; Charleston, SC; Short Hills, NJ

A leading international AmLaw firm is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join its Employment & Labor practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney with employment litigation and counseling experience to work directly with clients, collaborate closely with partners, and play a key role in sophisticated employment matters. The successful candidate will join a highly regarded team known for its practical, business-focused advice and strong litigation capabilities.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.

• Active Bar Admission in applicable jurisdiction, in good standing.

• 2–6 years of substantive experience in employment law, including litigation and counseling matters

• Experience handling and managing employment litigation matters and providing employment advice and counsel

• Strong knowledge of employment law and human resources-related issues

• Experience drafting and reviewing employment agreements, employee handbooks, policies, severance agreements, and related employment documents

• Experience with employment litigation, including single-plaintiff claims, class actions, wage and hour matters, ERISA disputes, and administrative proceedings

• Trial experience at any level is a plus

• Strong commitment to client service and responsiveness

• Excellent interpersonal, networking, and business development skills and collaborative mindset and appreciation for teamwork

• Soft Skills: Exceptional research, writing, analytical, communication, and oral advocacy skills are a must. Ability to thrive both as a team contributor and when working autonomously.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day employment and human resources counseling to clients
• Review, analyze, and draft employment agreements, employee handbooks, workplace policies, severance agreements, and related employment documentation
• Handle employment litigation matters, including single-plaintiff and class action lawsuits, ERISA claims, wage and hour class actions, and administrative charges
• Take and defend depositions, manage written discovery, draft and argue motions, and examine witnesses at trial
• Advise clients on sensitive personnel matters and assist with policy development, review, and implementation
• Support traditional labor matters and proceedings involving the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)
• Conduct employment-related due diligence for mergers and acquisitions, including reviewing employment provisions in asset and stock purchase agreements
• Play a key role in developing litigation strategy and case management
• Conduct and support internal investigations
• Assist the team with additional employment and labor matters as needed

Why Join Us?

This is an outstanding opportunity to work alongside accomplished Employment & Labor attorneys who are recognized for their strategic counseling and successful litigation outcomes. The team advises both domestic and multinational organizations on a broad range of workforce-related issues and disputes. Attorneys in this practice receive meaningful responsibility, direct client exposure, and hands‑on experience with complex employment matters in a collaborative and supportive environment. The firm is committed to professional development, mentorship, and long-term career growth.

As one of the largest law firms in the world, our client provides an excellent platform for professional growth, with access to high-profile clients, complex litigation matters, and opportunities to collaborate across their diverse teams of seasoned attorneys. With a collegial work culture and a strong commitment to associate development, this is an ideal opportunity for an attorney who's ready to take their litigation practice to the next level.

Compensation & Benefits

• Highly Competitive Salary: $225,000 – $345,000, commensurate with experience.

• Discretionary Bonus Eligibility.

• Robust Benefits Package: Includes top-tier medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid maternity and paternity leave, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, and additional perks.

• Supportive Culture: Our client fosters a collaborative and inclusive environment that supports innovation, balance, and career advancement.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.