Labor & Employment Associate (2-5 Yrs Exp)

LeoForce; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 175,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

LeoForce, a full-service law firm, seeks a Labor & Employment Associate (2-5 Yrs Exp) in Washington, DC. The role blends litigation and counseling, representing employers in workplace matters and advising on day-to-day employment issues.

You will handle litigation in courts and administrative forums, with early responsibility and direct client interaction, including discovery, pleadings, and advisory work.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of labor and employment or general litigation experience.
• Experience handling employment-related disputes or advising management on employment matters.
• Familiarity with litigation processes, including discovery and motion practice.
• Prior experience in a law firm environment preferred.
• Strong academic background and demonstrated commitment to employment law.

Responsibilities

• Represent employers in employment-related litigation and administrative proceedings
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex employment law issues
• Manage discovery, including document review, written discovery, and depositions
• Participate in hearings, mediations, and dispute resolution processes
• Advise clients on employment-related issues, including workplace policies and employee relations
• Assist with compliance guidance and risk assessment related to employment laws
• Collaborate with attorneys on litigation strategy and case development

Skills

Litigation experience

Employment law knowledge

Legal research

Drafting pleadings

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Labor & Employment Associate (2-5 Yrs Exp)

6905153

Location: Washington, DC, US

Date Posted: 08-31-2026

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $175,000 - $220,000 per year

Job Details

We are seeking an associate to join our Labor and Employment practice, representing employers in a wide range of workplace-related matters. This role blends litigation and counseling, providing the opportunity to defend employment claims while also advising clients on day-to-day employment issues.

You will work on matters in courts and before administrative forums, while partnering with management teams on compliance, risk mitigation, and strategic decision-making. The role offers meaningful responsibility early in your career, including hands-on litigation exposure and direct involvement in client-facing advisory work.

Responsibilities

• Represent employers in employment-related litigation and administrative proceedings
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex employment law issues
• Manage discovery, including document review, written discovery, and depositions
• Participate in hearings, mediations, and dispute resolution processes
• Advise clients on employment-related issues, including workplace policies and employee relations
• Assist with compliance guidance and risk assessment related to employment laws
• Collaborate with attorneys on litigation strategy and case development

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of labor and employment or general litigation experience
• Experience handling employment-related disputes or advising management on employment matters
• Familiarity with litigation processes, including discovery and motion practice
• Prior experience in a law firm environment preferred
• Strong academic background and demonstrated commitment to employment law

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in the jurisdiction you will practice
• Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact directly with clients
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

A bit about us:

We are a full-service law firm composed of highly talented, thoughtful, and experienced attorneys committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients. Our work spans a broad range of sophisticated legal matters, including complex disputes, strategic transactions, and ongoing business counseling for organizations, institutions, and individuals. We emphasize a practical, solutions-oriented approach, combining deep legal knowledge with an understanding of our clients' broader objectives. Collaboration, sound judgment, and strong client relationships are at the core of how we approach every matter, allowing us to consistently deliver high-quality, value-driven legal services.

Why join us?

We are a full-service law firm composed of highly talented, thoughtful, and experienced attorneys committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients. Our work spans a broad range of sophisticated legal matters, including complex disputes, strategic transactions, and ongoing business counseling for organizations, institutions, and individuals. We emphasize a practical, solutions-oriented approach, combining deep legal knowledge with an understanding of our clients' broader objectives. Collaboration, sound judgment, and strong client relationships are at the core of how we approach every matter, allowing us to consistently deliver high-quality, value-driven legal services.

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