Labor amp Employment Mid-Senior Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Merit bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a skilled associate to join its Labor & Employment practice in Pittsburgh, PA. The role focuses on advising companies and senior executives on complex disputes, executive mobility, and corporate transaction-related employment matters.

The ideal candidate will handle restrictive covenant litigation, provide strategic guidance on workforce issues, and support internal investigations. Pennsylvania bar admission is required, and a JD from an accredited school is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in labor and employment litigation or related commercial litigation.
• Experience with restrictive covenant disputes and trade secrets preferred.
• Strong drafting and writing skills, including briefs and motions.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar is required.

Responsibilities

• Litigate restrictive covenant and trade secret disputes, including injunctive relief matters.
• Advise on executive mobility issues, including onboarding and departures.
• Counsel clients on employment compliance and risk management.
• Support employment aspects of M&A transactions, including diligence and integration.
• Assist with internal investigations involving whistleblower or reputational concerns.

Skills

Litigation

Employment law

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a skilled associate with at least 5 years of experience to join its Labor & Employment practice in Pittsburgh, PA. This role involves advising companies and senior executives on complex employment disputes and workforce issues, with a focus on executive mobility, restrictive covenant litigation, and employment matters related to corporate transactions.

Duties

• Litigate restrictive covenant and trade secret disputes, including injunctive relief matters.
• Advise on executive mobility issues, including onboarding and departures.
• Counsel clients on employment compliance and risk management.
• Support employment aspects of M&A transactions, including diligence and integration.
• Assist with internal investigations involving whistleblower or reputational concerns.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in labor and employment litigation or related commercial litigation.
• Experience with restrictive covenant disputes and trade secrets preferred.
• Strong drafting and writing skills, including briefs and motions.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar is required.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving instincts and sound judgment.
• Ability to analyze complex issues quickly.
• Willingness to work with innovative technology platforms.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with merit bonus opportunities.
• Billable hours credit for pro bono work.
• Comprehensive benefits package.