Employment Litigation Associate - New York

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

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Flexible time

401(k)

Job summary

A leading law firm in New York is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate with at least 2 years of litigation experience. Responsibilities include working on pre-litigation matters, managing complex cases, and conducting internal investigations. The ideal candidate should possess strong academic credentials and excellent interpersonal skills. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $260,000 to $390,000, along with comprehensive benefits including flexible time off and a 401(k) program.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of litigation experience is required.
• Must possess excellent academic credentials and strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Work on pre‑litigation matters and high-profile single‑plaintiff employment cases.
• Conduct internal investigations and counsel clients on employment issues.
• Handle mediations and take depositions.

Skills

Excellent academic credentials

Strong verbal skills

Strong written skills

Interpersonal skills

Litigation experience

Education

Completed JD from an accredited law school

Member of the New York State Bar

Job description

Employment Litigation Associate - New York

parental leave, paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)

United States, New York, New York

Feb 21, 2026

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.

How to Apply

Please apply online at https://www.orrick.com/Careers and include a resume, J.D. transcript, and cover letter.

Search firm recruiters must submit using our Search Firm Portal. Please contact [e-mail] for agreements and login credentials.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Caitlin Gramlich, Senior Recruiting Manager, at [e-mail].

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 401(k) 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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