Employment Litigation Associate

Jackson Lewis PC; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Jackson Lewis P.C. in Madison, WI seeks an attorney with a strong employment and labor law background to defend and litigate a broad range of employment-related claims, advise and train employers, and represent clients in court and at mediation or arbitration.

The role supports a hybrid work model and requires a JD from an ABA-accredited law school, plus 2+ years of experience and WI Bar admission, among other qualifications.

Qualifications

• JD from ABA accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• 2+ years of experience in employment law; background strongly preferred.
• Current WI Bar admission in good standing.
• Understanding of state and federal agency procedures.

Responsibilities

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims and agency charges.
• 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

Communication skills

Oral communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Time management

Project management

Teamwork

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Overview

• Defend and litigate lawsuits covering a broad range of employment-related claims, including class/collective actions, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases, representing employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration.
• Advise, counsel, and train employers on various employment and labor law issues.
• Requires an understanding of current state and federal agency procedures.
• This role operates under a hybrid work model.

Posting details

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 is located in our Madison, WI office.

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

2+years of experience, employment law background strongly preferred.

Current WI 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

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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.