Employment Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Comprehensive benefits

Growth opportunities

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is representing a law firm seeking an Employment Litigation Associate in White Plains, NY to join a dynamic Labor and Employment practice. You will manage complex employment matters across industries and handle litigation from inception through resolution.

The role requires strong research, writing, advocacy, and client communication skills, with experience drafting pleadings, taking and defending depositions, and briefing motions in state and federal courts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of employment litigation experience.
• Admission to practice in New York required.
• Experience handling matters in state and federal court.
• Strong writing, analytical, negotiation, and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage all phases of employment litigation from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, discovery requests, and responses.
• Conduct and defend depositions and participate in mediations and settlement negotiations.
• Attend and advocate at court appearances, hearings, arbitrations, and trials.
• Handle matters involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage disputes.
• Advise employers on workplace issues, compliance, and risk management strategies.
• Manage discovery, motion practice, investigations, and case deadlines in state and federal courts.
• Communicate directly with clients and provide strategic guidance.
• Collaborate with attorneys across offices to develop litigation strategies.

Skills

Litigation

Legal Writing

Advocacy

Client Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Employment Litigation Associate in White Plains, NY. The successful candidate will join a dynamic Labor and Employment practice group, representing employers in complex employment matters across various industries. The role requires strong litigation, research, writing, and advocacy skills, with experience managing sophisticated employment cases through all litigation phases.

Duties

• Independently manage all phases of employment litigation from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, discovery requests, and responses.
• Conduct and defend depositions and participate in mediations and settlement negotiations.
• Attend and advocate at court appearances, hearings, arbitrations, and trials.
• Handle matters involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage disputes.
• Advise employers on workplace issues, compliance, and risk management strategies.
• Manage discovery, motion practice, investigations, and case deadlines in state and federal courts.
• Communicate directly with clients and provide strategic guidance.
• Collaborate with attorneys across offices to develop litigation strategies.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of employment litigation experience.
• Admission to practice in New York required.
• Experience handling matters in state and federal court.
• Demonstrated experience drafting and arguing motions and conducting depositions.
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, negotiation, and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage an active caseload and prioritize deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to client service.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Skills

• Strong litigation and advocacy skills.
• Proficient in legal research and writing.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO for attorneys.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Robust discretionary and billable-based bonus opportunities.