Employment Litigation Associate

Jackson Lewis P.C.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Lewis P.C. in Cincinnati, OH seeks an attorney with a proven record in employment or commercial litigation to defend and litigate claims, advise employers, and represent clients in courts and before agencies. The role requires JD from an ABA-accredited law school and 3+ years of relevant experience; employment law background is strongly preferred. Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Qualifications

• JD from ABA accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• 3+ years of employment or commercial litigation experience.
• Employment law background strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of labor and employment-related claims and agency charges of discrimination.
• Advise, counsel, and train employers on various employment and labor law issues.
• Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration in employment matters, including class/collective actions and discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases.

Skills

Written & oral communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Time management

Teamwork

Project management

Education

JD from ABA-accredited law school

3+ years of employment or commercial litigation experience

Employment law background preferred

Job description

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.

The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”.

This position will sit in our Cincinnati, OH office.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of labor and employment-related claims and agency charges of discrimination.
• Advise, counsel, and train employers on various employment and labor law issues.
• Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration in employment matters, including class/collective actions and discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases.

Skills and Educational Requirements:

• JD from ABA accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials
• 3+ years of employment or commercial litigation experience
• Employment law background strongly preferred
• Understanding of current agency (state and federal) procedures
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
• Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.