Hybrid Labor & Employment Attorney — Michigan

Orion Placement; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Confidential Employer. in Detroit seeks a Labor & Employment Associate Attorney to join our employment law practice and help employers navigate workplace issues, manage legal risks, and resolve disputes.

You will advise on policies, employee relations, compliance, and drafting of handbooks and agreements while handling discrimination, harassment, and wage disputes. A collaborative team environment and professional growth await.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school.
• Active Michigan Bar license.
• 2+ years of labor and employment law experience.
• Experience in employment counseling and/or employment litigation.
• Strong legal research, writing, communication, and analytical skills. Ability to manage multiple matters and work effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Employer-side employment law experience is preferred.
• Experience with workplace investigations, collective bargaining, labor arbitration, or ERISA is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Advise employers on workplace policies, employee relations, hiring, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Provide guidance on employment law compliance, including FMLA, ADA, wage and hour requirements, and workplace accommodations.
• Draft and review employee handbooks, employment agreements, severance agreements, and workplace policies.
• Handle employment litigation matters involving discrimination, retaliation, harassment, wrongful termination, and wage disputes.
• Assist with workplace investigations, administrative proceedings, discovery, motions, and depositions.
• Represent and advise clients in matters involving the EEOC and other employment-related agencies.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys to develop practical, business-focused legal strategies.
• Build strong client relationships and take on increasing responsibility as your practice develops.

Skills

Legal research

Writing

Analytical skills

Communication

Multitasking

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Active Michigan Bar license

2+ years labor & employment law experience

Job description

Confidential Employer. in Detroit seeks a Labor & Employment Associate Attorney to join our employment law practice and help employers navigate workplace issues, manage legal risks, and resolve disputes.

You will advise on policies, employee relations, compliance, and drafting of handbooks and agreements while handling discrimination, harassment, and wage disputes. A collaborative team environment and professional growth await.