Employment Litigation Of Counsel

Jackson Lewis LC; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Lewis P.C. in Madison, WI, seeks an Of Counsel attorney with deep experience in employment litigation to join the firm's Madison office. The candidate will defend and litigate a broad range of employment claims and advise employers on compliance and strategy.

The role requires a JD from an accredited law school, 9+ years of employment litigation experience, and active Wisconsin Bar admission. A track record in managing litigations as a first chair is desired, with strong communication

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• 9+ years of employment litigation experience in a law firm.
• Active Wisconsin Bar admission in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Defend and litigate employment-related lawsuits and agency charges.
• Advise and train employers on employment and labor law issues.
• Represent employers in court/arbitration, before agencies, and in mediations, including class/collective actions.
• Supervise associates and paralegals and manage cases in a first-chair capacity.

Skills

Employment litigation

First-chair management

Communication skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Education

JD from 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 for an Of Counsel attorney for the firm’s Madison office.

Duties and 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 and arbitration, before administrative agencies, and at mediations in employment matters, including class/collective actions and discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage-and-hour, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases
• Class Action experience preferred but not required

Skills and Educational Requirements:

• JD from accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials
• 9+years of experience in employment litigation with significant experience managing and running litigation cases in a first-chair capacity
• Current WI Bar admission in good standing
• Supervisory experience over associate and paralegal work (delegating assignments and providing feedback)
• In-depth 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.