Labor Attorney

plug-legal; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 129,800 - 170,400; Full time

Job summary

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Excellent writing skills

Attention to detail

Ability to articulate complex legal theories

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

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.