Labor Attorney

plug-legal; Buffalo (NY); Sur place; USD 129 800 - 170 400; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

plug-legal is looking for a Labor & Employment Attorney to join its dynamic team in Buffalo or Rochester, NY. The ideal candidate will have 3-7 years of experience focusing on corporate counseling and will engage in complex litigation management, document development, and client advocacy.

This role allows for professional growth in a respected firm while offering a competitive compensation package estimated between $129,800 and $170,400 annually.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of dedicated labor and employment experience focused on counseling corporate clients.
• Must be an active member in good standing of the New York State Bar.
• Strong academic credentials with exceptional analytical skills.

Responsabilités

• Provide labor and employment counsel to corporate clients.
• Support and lead employment litigation matters.
• Draft employment agreements, corporate policies, and legal documents.
• Partner with corporate leadership to deliver legal solutions.
• Deliver high-quality legal services in a multidisciplinary team.

Connaissances

Excellent writing skills

Attention to detail

Ability to articulate complex legal theories

Formation

JD from an accredited law school

Description du poste

Elevate your legal career by joining a premier Labor & Employment team in Western New York. We are seeking a high-caliber Labor & Employment Attorney (3-7 years) to join a leading regional powerhouse renowned for blending sophisticated legal strategy with a collegial, growth-oriented culture. This is an exceptional opportunity to provide high-level counsel to corporate clients within a firm celebrated for its legal excellence, deep community roots, and expansive reach.

About the Role

As a Labor & Employment Attorney in our Buffalo or Rochester office, you will serve as a core member of a broad and expanding practice group. You will navigate complex employment compliance matters and support litigation strategies for a diverse roster of corporate entities. This role is designed for a practitioner who thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses sharp critical reasoning, and is ready to integrate into a robust practice that values professional development, mentorship, and seamless team collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Counseling: Provide sophisticated day-to-day labor and employment counsel to corporate clients, helping them navigate complex workplace regulations and mitigate risk.
• Complex Litigation Management: Support and lead employment litigation matters or administrative proceedings, developing sound defense strategies from inception through resolution.
• Case & Document Development: Draft high-level employment agreements, corporate policies, pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda regarding intricate labor laws.
• Client-Facing Advocacy: Partner closely with corporate leadership and HR executives, clarifying goals and delivering actionable legal solutions for modern workforce challenges.
• Collaborative Execution: Deliver efficient, high-quality legal services as a key member of a multidisciplinary team, ensuring the highest standards of client service across the region.

Requirements

• Experience: 3-7 years of dedicated labor and employment experience, with a primary focus on counseling corporate clients. Employment or general litigation experience is highly preferred.
• Academic Background: JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials and exceptional analytical skills.
• Bar Admission: Must be an active member in good standing of the New York State Bar (or eligible to waive in).
• Skills: Excellent writing skills, extreme attention to detail, and the ability to articulate complex legal theories clearly to clients, colleagues, and courts.

Why This Opportunity?

• Regional Prestige: Join a highly respected, premier firm supported by strong leadership, talented mentors, and a deeply collaborative culture.
• Professional Growth: This position is situated in an environment that actively encourages career advancement, business development, and the cultivation of specialized legal expertise.
• Dual-Market Flexibility: Enjoy the unique opportunity to anchor your practice in either the vibrant Rochester or Buffalo markets, fully integrated into a cohesive regional network.
• Competitive Compensation: Estimated annual base salary range of $129,800 – $170,400 (commensurate with experience, qualifications, and skill level), complemented by a robust benefits package.

Location / Working Model

• Location: Rochester, NY OR Buffalo, NY.
• Working Model: Our firm values the synergy of in-person collaboration and mentorship. This role operates within our Western New York offices, supported by a modern and flexible professional environment.