Labor & Employment Associate Attorney

Chambliss, Bahner, Stophel, P.C; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Chambliss, Bahner, Stophel, P.C. in Atlanta seeks an attorney with at least 2+ years of employment law experience to provide advice on state and federal matters, review employment-related documents, and support HR-related client needs.

The role includes handling all phases of litigation, monitoring evolving laws, and collaborating with attorneys, paralegals, and staff to deliver proactive strategic advice and well-organized client files in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of job experience as an attorney working in employment law.
• Experience with client/employer advice and counseling a plus.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication to advocate for clients is vital.
• Willing to pitch in, collaborate, and support the growing department in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to problem solve, resolve, and close open issues and assist staff and colleagues with resolving issues.
• Skilled at meeting strict deadlines under significant time pressure.
• Ability to manage time and resources effectively and independently, and balance conflicting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide employment law advice on matters arising under state and federal law, and preparation or review of employment-related documents.
• Support clients in Human Resources, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Recruiting, Talent, HR Compliance, and a broad range of employment concerns.
• Execute all phases of litigation including discovery, motion practice, and trial.
• Monitor legislation, regulations, case law, and government enforcement relating to the above substantive legal areas and provide proactive, strategic advice to clients.
• Coordinate with other team members, including attorneys, paralegals, and staff members.
• Effectively organize and monitor client files.

Skills

Employment law

Client counseling

Analytical thinking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Collaboration

Problem solving

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide employment law advice on matters arising under state and federal law, and preparation or review of employment-related documents.
• Support clients in Human Resources, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Recruiting, Talent, HR Compliance, and a broad range of employment concerns.
• Execute all phases of litigation including discovery, motion practice, and trial.
• Monitor legislation, regulations, case law, and government enforcement relating to the above substantive legal areas and provide proactive, strategic advice to clients.
• Coordinate with other team members, including attorneys, paralegals, and staff members.
• Effectively organize and monitor client files.

Skills and Competencies

• Minimum 2+ years of job experience as an attorney working in employment law.
• Experience with client/employer advice and counseling a plus.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication to effectively advocate for and work with various types of clients is vital.
• Willing to pitch in, collaborate, and support the growing department in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to problem solve, resolve, and close open issues and assist staff and colleagues with resolving issues that arise.
• Skilled at meeting strict deadlines under significant time pressure.
• Ability to manage time and resources effectively and independently, and balance conflicting priorities.