Labor and Employment Associate Attorney (Class Action) - TX

H. T. PROF Group; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 290,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group in Dallas is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Labor and Employment Class Action Practice.

This AmLaw 100 firm offers high-stakes litigation in a collaborative environment with a hybrid work model across Austin, Dallas and Houston. Ideal candidates hold a JD from a top-tier law school with 4–6 years’ experience in complex employment and class-action litigation, including defending class actions, wage/hour issues, and discrimination.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with excellent academic record.
• 4–6 years' experience in complex litigation focusing on employment and class actions.
• Experience defending class actions including wage-hour claims and discrimination.
• Counsel employers on federal and state employment law compliance and policy drafting.

Responsibilities

• Litigate high-profile labor and employment class action cases.
• Develop case strategies from discovery to trial.
• Provide strategic counsel on complex legal issues.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams and manage case teams.
• Maintain direct client relationships.

Skills

Complex litigation

Employment law

Class action defense

Legal research & writing

Client relationship management

Policy drafting

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

JD from top-tier law school

Job description

Labor and Employment Associate Attorney (Class Action) - TX

Type Direct Hire

ID GA157-2756017

Posted Aug 2, 2026

LABOR & EMPLOYMENT ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Locations: Austin, TX | Dallas, TX | Houston, TX

HYBRID

Our client, a prominent AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a highly motivated Associate Attorney to join its dynamic and expanding Labor and Employment Class Action Practice Group. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative and high-stakes litigation with a collaborative team of skilled professionals.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law schoolwith anexcellent academic record
• 4-6 years of substantive experience in complex litigation with a focus on employment related and/class actions
• Extensive experience defending class action lawsuits, including but not limited to:
  • Employment discrimination, workplace privacy, and EEOC/DOL matters
  • Wage and hour claims, statutory or common law privacy issues
• Background in counseling employers on federal and state employment law compliance, drafting workplace policies and assisting clients with employment issues is required.
• A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset and a desire to tackle cutting‑edge legal issues
• Exceptional legal research and writing skills

Key Responsibilities

• Litigate a variety of high-profile class action cases, with a particular focus onlabor and employment class actions
• Develop case strategies and provide support throughout all aspects of litigation, from discovery to trial
• Provide strategic counsel to clients on complex legal issues
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality legal solutions
• Maintain direct client relationships and manage case teams effectively

Why Join Us?

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced litigator to join a collegial and forward‑thinking team specializing in class action litigation. You will work on high-impact cases involving cutting‑edge legal theories and strategies, contributing to the evolution of class action law.

The firm is committed to professional growth, offering resources and mentorship to support your career trajectory. With a part-hybrid work environment and locations in major markets, you’ll enjoy flexibility and the chance to work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative setting.

• Competitive Salary: Expected annual base salary of $290,000+, as determined by experience and market factors
• Bonus Eligibility
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid parental leave; commuter benefits; employee assistance programs; paid time off; emergency childcare; 401(k)/retirement plans; and additional firm-sponsored perks

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and a writing samplefor consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.