Employment & Labor Staff Associate

Coastal Wave Recruiting; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Full benefits

Job summary

Coastal Wave Recruiting is seeking a Staff Associate for an Am Law 100 firm in New York, focusing on litigation and the Employment & Labor practice group. The ideal candidate will have strong academic credentials and two to eight years of litigation experience.

This role involves handling ADA-related litigation, advising clients on accessibility compliance, conducting legal research, and collaborating within a dynamic team. Exceptional writing and interpersonal skills are a must.

Benefits include bonus and full benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of litigation experience is required.
• Experience with ADA accessibility law is preferred.
• Must be registered with the New York Federal Courts.

Responsibilities

• Handle litigation matters involving ADA and accommodations law.
• Advise clients on ADA accessibility compliance.
• Conduct legal research and draft high-quality written work.
• Support the team on various employment & labor matters.

Skills

Exceptional writing, research, and analytical skills

Strong organizational and time-management abilities

Excellent interpersonal skills

Collaborative, team-oriented mindset

Tech-savvy with technology in legal practice

Education

Licensed to practice law in New York

Job description

Our client, an Am Law 100 firm, is seeking a Staff Associate with strong academic credentials and two to eight years of litigation experience to join its Employment & Labor practice group in the New York office. This is an excellent opportunity to grow litigation experience while working collaboratively with partners in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle litigation matters involving ADA and accommodations law, with a particular focus on website accessibility.
• Work with the team to advise clients on ADA accessibility compliance.
• Conduct legal research and draft high-quality written work.
• Support the team on a variety of employment & labor and litigation matters as needed.

Requirements

Personal Attributes

• Exceptional writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with sound judgment and accountability.

Technical Skills

• Minimum of two years of litigation experience (required).
• Experience with ADA accessibility law is preferred.
• Tech-savvy and comfortable leveraging technology in legal practice.

Other Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in New York and in good standing.
• Must be registered with the New York Federal Courts.

This is a unique opportunity to join a highly regarded Employment & Labor practice known for providing creative, business-oriented counsel and delivering outstanding results for clients.

Benefits

Bonus & full benefits