Labor Employment Associate

Lateral Link; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Lateral Link is partnering with the Boston office of a national firm to hire a Labor and Employment Associate. The role requires 3 to 7 years of experience and a Massachusetts law license, with a hybrid work environment.

The ideal candidate will draft and respond to discovery and initial pleadings, argue motions, and take as well as defend depositions in state and federal courts and arbitration, while providing client advice on employment matters.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of labor and employment experience
• Massachusetts law license required
• Experience drafting and responding to discovery, pleadings, depositions, and motions

Responsibilities

• Draft and respond to discovery and initial pleadings.
• Argue motions in state and federal courts and arbitration.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Provide client advice and counseling on employment matters.

Skills

Drafting pleadings

Discovery responses

Depositions

Motions

Client counseling

Employment law

Massachusetts license

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Massachusetts Bar License

Job description

Lateral Link is partnering with the Boston office of a national firm that is seeking a Labor and Employment Associate with 3 to 7 years of experience in a hybrid work environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate proficiency in drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings, arguing motions, and taking as well as defending depositions in state and federal courts and arbitration. Experience in handling cases related to discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination is essential, along with the ability to provide client advice and counsel. Candidates must possess strong writing and analytical skills, excel in a fast-paced atmosphere, and manage multiple projects effectively. A law license in Massachusetts is mandatory, along with a record of excellent academic performance.