Labor and Employment Associate Attorney

Jobot; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Comprehensive health benefits

Maternity and parental leave

PTO package

401k with profit sharing

Competitive bonus structure

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an attorney with 3–5 years of employment law experience to join its team in Omaha, Nebraska. The role blends litigation and advisory work, advising clients on compliance, drafting documents, and representing clients in hearings and investigations.

Qualified candidates will handle matters across federal, state, and local employment laws, drafts of agreements and policies, and lead client trainings while maintaining a proactive, service-oriented approach to complex employment

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in employment law.
• Litigation and advisory work for clients.
• Drafting and reviewing employment documents and advising on compliance.
• Representing clients in administrative proceedings and litigation.

Responsibilities

• Advising employers on compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Drafting and reviewing employment agreements, handbooks, policies, and procedures
• Representing clients in administrative hearings and investigations
• Handling employment litigation including discrimination, harassment, wage/hour, and wrongful termination
• Advising on labor relations and conducting workplace investigations
• Providing proactive legal advice and updating clients on changes in employment law
• Leading client training on key employment topics such as compliance and harassment prevention

Skills

Employment Law

Litigation

Advisory

Client Service

Legal Research

Job description

Job Details

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Farrell Ougheltree.

Salary: $105,000 - $130,000 per year.

A bit about us

Our client is a well-established full service firm that provides legal services across more than two dozen practice areas. Known for its dedication to client service, responsiveness, and legal excellence, the firm fosters a collaborative and hardworking environment with a strong emphasis on professional development.

Why join us

• Mentorship program


• Comprehensive health benefits


• Maternity and parental leave


• PTO package


• 401k with profit sharing


• Competitive bonus structure

Job details

The firm is seeking an attorney with 3–5 years of experience in employment law to join its team. The role will involve both litigation and advisory work. Candidates will advise clients on compliance with employment laws, draft related documents, and represent clients in both administrative proceedings and litigation.

Responsibilities

• Advising employers on compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws


• Drafting and reviewing employment agreements, handbooks, policies, and procedures


• Representing clients in administrative hearings and investigations


• Handling employment litigation, including matters involving discrimination, harassment, wage and hour issues, and wrongful termination


• Advising on labor relations and conducting workplace investigations


• Providing proactive legal advice and keeping clients informed of changes in employment law


• Leading client training on key employment topics (e.g., compliance, harassment prevention)

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Deep understanding of employment laws and regulatory compliance


• Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills


• Ability to manage a diverse caseload and meet deadlines


• Strong communication skills and a client-service mindset


• A portable book of business or interest in business development is a plus

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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