Employment Litigation Associate

Jackson Lewis P.C.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Lewis P.C. in Grand Rapids, MI, seeks an associate to defend and litigate a broad range of employment‑related claims.

The role involves advising employers, representing clients in court and at mediations, and handling class/collective actions and other employment matters. The ideal candidate has a JD from an ABA‑accredited school, at least 2 years of employment law experience, and current MI bar admission.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school.
• At least 2 years of employment law experience preferred.
• Current MI Bar admission in good standing.
• Understanding of state and federal agency procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organization and time management.

Responsibilities

• Defend and litigate employment‑related lawsuits and agency charges.
• Advise and train employers on employment and labor law issues.
• Represent employers in court, at mediations, and in arbitrations across discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and related matters.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Project management

Teamwork

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Responsibilities

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of 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.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials.
• At least 2 years of experience, employment law background strongly preferred.
• Current MI Bar admission in good standing.
• 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.