Employment Litigation Associate

Jackson Lewis P.C.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Lewis P.C. in Indianapolis, IN seeks an experienced attorney to defend and litigate employment-related claims and advise employers on labor law compliance.

The ideal candidate has a JD from an ABA-accredited school, 3+ years of relevant experience, and current Indiana Bar status, with strong written and oral communication skills.

Qualifications

• JD from ABA-accredited law school with strong academics.
• 3+ years of employment or commercial litigation experience.
• Employment law background preferred and IN Bar in good standing.
• Familiarity with state and federal agency procedures.

Responsibilities

• Defend and litigate a broad range of employment-related claims and charges.
• Advise, counsel, and train employers on labor law issues.
• Represent employers in court, agencies, mediations, and arbitrations.

Skills

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Written communication

Multitasking

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Microsoft Office

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 Indianapolis, IN location.

Duties and 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.

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.
• Current IN 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.

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.

We provide a rewarding and collegial work environment for the leading attorneys in our field. We work hard to preserve the values that make Jackson Lewis a gratifying place to practice law. We are a law firm where people know each other and work together to best serve our clients.