Labor And Employment Attorney

Illapa Search; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Illapa Search is recruiting a Labor & Employment Associate for a leading national law firm in Wisconsin. You will advise employers on a broad range of labor and employment issues, including counseling, policies, investigations, and litigation strategy, while developing your practice alongside seasoned attorneys.

The role emphasizes mentorship, exposure to sophisticated matters, and collaboration across offices and practice areas to deliver business-focused legal solutions.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of labor and employment experience at a sophisticated law firm.
• JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Active Wisconsin Bar admission or eligibility to obtain promptly.
• Experience advising employers on labor and employment matters.
• Experience with employment counseling, workplace policies, employee relations, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Advise employers on a broad range of labor and employment matters.

Skills

Labor & Employment experience

Legal advising

Policy compliance

Employment counseling

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

A leading national law firm is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate to join its Wisconsin office. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney to work on sophisticated employment matters for major employers while developing their practice alongside highly regarded attorneys within a nationally recognized L&E platform.

The successful candidate will advise employers across a broad range of labor and employment matters, including employment counseling, workplace policies, wage and hour issues, employee relations, restrictive covenants, workplace investigations, employment agreements, and employment litigation.

About the Firm

The firm is a leading national law firm with a sophisticated Labor & Employment practice, representing employers across a wide range of industries and jurisdictions.

Its attorneys are known for combining technical legal knowledge with practical, business-focused advice, helping clients navigate complex workplace issues while managing legal and business risk. The firm's national platform provides associates with exposure to sophisticated matters, experienced mentors, and opportunities to work with attorneys across multiple offices and practice areas.

The culture is collaborative, supportive, and focused on professional development, giving associates the opportunity to take ownership of their work while building the skills and client relationships necessary for long-term career growth.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• 2-5 years of Labor & Employment experience at a sophisticated law firm or comparable legal environment.
• A JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Active admission to the Wisconsin Bar or eligibility to obtain admission promptly.
• Experience advising employers on a range of labor and employment matters.
• Experience with employment counseling, workplace policies, employee relations, and compliance.