Labor and Employment Associate

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 40,500 - 49,500; Full time

Job summary

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP in Lexington, KY is seeking a labor and employment associate. Experience is not required; Kentucky bar admission or eligibility is accepted.

The firm will train entry-level candidates and expose you to both litigation defense and compliance matters affecting state and federal employment laws. Responsibilities include handling FMLA, ADA, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful discharge, and wage-law issues, with substantial client contact.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background.
• Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• A license to practice in Kentucky is required; out-of-state candidates may be considered if eligible for admission in Kentucky.

Responsibilities

• Litigation defense and advising employers on compliance with state and federal employment laws.
• Work on FMLA, ADA, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful discharge, and wage law matters.

Job description

At Dinsmore, our strength comes from our people. With more than 750 attorneys across 30+ offices nationwide, we are dedicated to building a dynamic, client-focused Firm recognized for excellence. Together we work to build a strong market profile, highlighting our capabilities to clients and attracting talented attorneys and business professionals who seek a supportive environment where they can thrive. Discover how you can grow with us at www.dinsmore.com.

Dinsmore has an immediate need for a labor and employment associate in Lexington, KY. Experience is not required. We are open to entry-level candidates licensed in Kentucky as well as those with some labor and employment experience. Entry-level associates will be trained and will work closely with our attorneys. Responsibilities include litigation defense and advising employers on compliance with state and federal employment laws and working on FMLA, ADA, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful discharge, and violation of wage law matters. Qualified candidates can look forward to a practice that will include significant client contact and handling all aspects of complex employment cases for regional and national clients of all sizes.

All candidates should have a strong academic background, and possess excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills. A license to practice in Kentucky is required. Out of state candidates who are either willing to sit for the bar exam or eligible for admission in Kentucky will be considered.

Competitive salary, benefits, and up to $45,000 + in bonus potential.

Please send cover letter, resume, and transcript to Jennifer Stark, Director of Recruiting and Legal Personnel, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, 255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, or to [e-mail].

*NOTE* – Dinsmore is not utilizing search agencies to fill this position.