Labor & Employment Associate Attorney

Chambliss, Bahner, Stophel, P.C; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Chambliss, Bahner, Stophel, P.C. in Chattanooga seeks an experienced employment attorney to counsel clients on state and federal laws and to draft and review employment-related documents.

The role supports HR and DEI teams, recruiting, talent, and HR compliance, ensuring timely guidance across client needs. The position involves litigation participation through discovery, motions, and trial, plus monitoring evolving regulations to provide proactive, strategic advice to diverse clients.

Qualifications

• Attorney with 2+ years in employment law and counseling experience.
• Experience advising clients on state and federal employment matters.
• Ability to advocate effectively in written and oral formats.

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

2+ years of experience in employment

Strong verbal & written communication

Analytical & problem-solving

Deadline management

Team collaboration

Education

J.D. degree

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.