Employment Litigation Associate

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

Job summary

Jackson Lewis P.C. in Madison, WI, is seeking a qualified attorney to join our labor and employment practice. The role focuses on defending and advising employers on a broad range of employment law matters, with opportunities in litigation, counseling, and training.

The ideal candidate has a JD from an ABA-accredited school, 2+ years of employment law experience, and current Wisconsin Bar admission. The position supports a collaborative, hybrid work environment in our Madison office.

Qualifications

• JD from ABA accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• 2+ years of employment law experience.
• Current WI Bar admission in good standing.
• Understanding of agency procedures (state and federal).
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Defend and litigate employment-related lawsuits and discrimination charges.
• Advise and train employers on labor law issues.
• Represent employers in court, agencies, mediations, and arbitrations in employment matters.

Skills

Employment law

Litigation

Oral communication

Written communication

Detail oriented

Multitasking

Teamwork

Project management

Compliance mindset

Education

JD from 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 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.