Employment Litigation Associate

Jackson Lewis P.C.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law firm is seeking an attorney with a JD and 2+ years of litigation experience to join its Kansas City office. The role involves defending lawsuits related to employment claims, representing employers in court, and providing legal advice. Candidates should have active MO bar admission or the ability to obtain it quickly. This position provides an excellent opportunity to work within a well-ranked firm specializing in labor and employment law.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of litigation experience, employment law background strongly preferred.
• Active MO bar admission or ability to obtain admission quickly.
• Understanding of current court and employment-related agency procedures.

Responsibilities

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims.
• Represent employers in court and administrative agencies.
• Provide advice and counsel to employers on labor and employment laws.

Skills

Litigation experience

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Project management skills

Education

JD from an ABA accredited law school

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 St. Louis, MO location

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims and agency charges of discrimination.
• 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.
• Provide advice and counsel to employers on a wide range of labor and employment laws and regulations.

Skills and Educational Requirements:

• JD from an ABA accredited law school and excellent academic credentials.
• 2+ years of litigation experience, employment law background strongly preferred.
• Active MO bar admission or ability to obtain admission quickly.
• Understanding of current court and employment-related 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, along with ability to work independently on various projects.

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.