Employment Litigation Associate - New York

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 260,000 - 390,000; Full time

Job summary

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP in New York is seeking 3rd–5th year associates for our Employment Litigation group. The role involves pre-litigation work, high-profile single plaintiff suits, systemic discrimination and wage/hour class actions, and responding to administrative charges.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of litigation experience, a JD from an accredited law school, and NY Bar admission.

Qualifications

• Completed JD from an accredited law school.
• Must be a member of the New York State Bar.
• At least 2 years of litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Work on pre-litigation matters and high-profile single plaintiff employment cases.
• Handle systemic discrimination and wage/hour class actions; respond to charges.
• Conduct internal investigations and counsel clients on employment issues; take depositions and appearances at hearings.
• Manage complex cases, participate in mediations, and handle motions with independence and teamwork.

Skills

Litigation writing

Legal research

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from accredited law school

New York State Bar admission

Job description

Responsibilities

We are actively seeking 3rd - 5th year associates for a position with our dynamic Employment Litigation group in New York.

Responsibilities include: working on pre-litigation matters, high profile single plaintiff employment cases, systemic discrimination and wage and hour class actions; responding to administrative charges; conducting internal investigations, counseling clients on a wide variety of employment issues; and taking an active role in handling cutting edge legal matters.

The ideal candidate should be highly motivated, creative, and practical, and should also have outstanding interpersonal skills, exceptional writing skills, and the ability to work independently as well as in a team. This position offers the opportunity to assume significant responsibility, work directly with corporate clients, manage complex cases, take and defend depositions, make court appearances at important hearings, argue motions, handle mediations, and other related work typically handled by mid-level associates.

Qualifications

• Must possess excellent academic credentials, and strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• At least 2 years of litigation experience.
• A completed JD from an accredited law school required.
• Must be a member of the New York State Bar.

Why Orrick:

At our core, we value collegiality among our lawyers and strive to make our practices both professionally and personally rewarding. We'll help you to connect with peers and mentors to ensure you are integrated into our client teams. Our top-notch training and mentoring programs, retreats and academies, and shadowing opportunities are what set us apart. If you are passionate about innovative work in a dynamic environment, you're just who we've been looking for.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is between $260,000 and $390,000.

Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on the Orrick's estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance.

We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life; robust mental well-being programs; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short- and long-term disability and industry leading parental leave benefits; health savings account contributions (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, and a 401K program. This role will receive compensated time off through our Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays.

Orrick accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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