Employment Litigation Of Counsel

Jackson-Lewis; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Lewis LC is seeking an experienced Of Counsel in its Miami office to defend and litigate a broad range of employment-related claims. The attorney will advise, counsel, and train employers on labor law issues and represent them in court, arbitration, and mediations, including class/collective actions.

Ideal candidates hold a JD from an accredited law school, Florida Bar admission, and 9+ years of employment litigation with first-chair trial experience.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• 9+ years of employment litigation experience with significant first-chair handling.
• Current Florida Bar admission in good standing.
• Supervisory experience over associates and paralegals.
• Strong written and oral communication; attention to detail; high level of organization.

Responsibilities

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving employment-related claims and agency charges.
• Advise, counsel, and train employers on employment and labor law issues.
• Represent employers in court, arbitration, and mediations, including class/collective actions, discrimination, harassment, and wage-hour matters.
• Handle complex cases with strategic planning and client communication.
• Collaborate with teams to manage dockets and supervise junior staff.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Project management

Leadership/supervision

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from accredited law school

Florida Bar admission in good standing

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 Miami office.Duties and Responsibilities:Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims and agency chargesAdvise, counsel, and train employers on various employment and labor law issuesRepresent 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 casesClass Action experience preferred but not requiredSkills and Educational Requirements:JD from accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials9+ years of experience in employment litigation with significant experience managing and running litigation cases in a first-chair capacityCurrent Florida Bar admission in good standingSupervisory experience over associate and paralegal work (delegating assignments and providing feedback)In-depth understanding of current agency (state and federal) proceduresExcellent written and oral communication skillsAttention to detail and commitment to excellenceAbility to multitask in a fast-paced environmentStrong organizational, time management, and project management skillsCommitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork#LI-Hybrid#LI-JM1We 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.