Jr. Partner / Senior Associate Attorney - Labor & Employment

O'Hagan Meyer; United States; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid schedule

Formal mentorship and training programs

Robust benefits package

Job summary

A reputable law firm is seeking a dynamic Jr. Partner or Senior Associate Attorney to join its Philadelphia office, focusing on labor and employment litigation. The ideal candidate will have 6-8+ years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This position offers a flexible hybrid schedule, competitive compensation, and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• 6-8+ years of experience in labor and employment matters.
• Experience with second-chairing trials and depositions.
• Ability to draft pleadings, motions, and briefs effectively.

Responsibilities

• Handle litigation related to discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination.
• Draft pleadings and develop litigation strategies.
• Build and manage client relationships.

Skills

Complex litigation handling

Legal drafting skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

Admission to bar in Pennsylvania and New Jersey

Job description

Overview

O'Hagan Meyer is seeking a dynamic Jr. Partner or Senior Associate Attorney with 6-8+ years of experience in Labor & Employment law to join its Philadelphia office. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a legal professional ready to take on increased responsibilities while working on a diverse range of labor and employment matters, including single plaintiff claims and wage & hour class actions.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Philadelphia and New Jersey labor laws and regulations, exemplary communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced environment. This is a great opportunity to join a reputable firm and make a significant impact within the Labor & Employment practice group.

Location: Philadelphia, PA. Salary range (as listed): $80,000 - $155,000. This information is provided for context and may be updated.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of complex and sophisticated litigation, including defending employers against claims of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, breach of contract, wrongful termination and/or negligent hiring.
• Draft pleadings, substantive motions and written discovery; develop litigation strategy; conduct large-scale document reviews and productions; work directly with clients; communicate with opposing counsel; and second-chair trials, depositions and/or evidentiary hearings.
• Draft persuasive, clear and effective pleadings, discovery, motions, briefs, mediation statements, orders and settlement agreements.
• Maintain strong organizational and time management skills, managing multiple matters with high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• Build relationships with current clients and develop additional client relationships and business for the Firm.
• Admission to the Pennsylvania and New Jersey Bar is required. Admission to the NY Bar is a plus.

Qualifications

• 6-8+ years of experience handling all aspects of complex litigation in labor and employment matters.
• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and managing litigation strategy; involved in large-scale document reviews and productions; client communication; and second-chairing trials, depositions and/or evidentiary hearings.
• Excellent writing and analytical skills with the ability to draft effective pleadings, discovery, briefs, and settlement agreements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and admission to bar in PA and NJ (NY admission a plus).

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid schedule
• Low turnover, collegial and collaborative environment
• Direct client interaction and significant responsibility on complex matters
• Formal mentorship, training and development programs for associates
• Competitive compensation and several annual bonus programs
• Robust benefits package, including 401(k) with employer contribution, health insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and paid parental leave

O'Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

O'Hagan Meyer participates in E-Verify.