Labor & Employment Associate Attorney

Chambliss, Bahner, Stophel, P.C; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Chambliss, Bahner, Stophel, P.C. seeks an attorney with 2+ years of experience in employment law to provide guidance on state and federal employment matters and draft or review related documents.

The role supports HR, DEI, recruiting, and compliance teams, while participating in all phases of litigation and advising clients on evolving laws. Candidate will work with attorneys, paralegals, and staff to manage matters and maintain organized client files, thriving in a fast-paced environment that

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience as an attorney in employment law.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication to advocate for clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide employment law advice on matters arising under state and federal law and review employment-related documents.
• Support HR, DEI, Recruiting, Talent, and compliance teams with employment concerns.
• Assist in litigation, including discovery, motions, and trial.
• Monitor legislation and regulations affecting employment law and advise clients strategically.
• Coordinate with attorneys, paralegals, and staff to manage matters.
• Organize and monitor client files effectively.

Skills

Employment law experience

Analytical skills

Verbal and 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.