Labor & Employment Associate — Flexible, High-Impact Litigation

Jobot; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Collaborative environment

Flexible schedule

Generous PTO

Job summary

Jobot seeks a Labor & Employment Associate for its New York office to join a national law firm specializing in labor and employment defense and business litigation.

The role requires JD, 3–5 years in the field, and bar admission in good standing. You will conduct research, draft and negotiate documents, and develop litigation strategies while advising clients on evolving employment law matters.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• 3-5 years of experience in labor and employment law.
• Admission to the state bar in good standing.
• Experience in labor law, legal research, legal writing, and litigation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions and provide accurate legal advice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly convey complex legal concepts.
• Exceptional negotiation skills with a proven track record of achieving favorable outcomes for clients.

Responsibilities

• Representing clients in labor and employment matters, including wrongful termination, discrimination, wage/hour disputes, and labor relations.
• Conducting thorough legal research to support case preparation and provide accurate legal advice to clients.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, and employment contracts.
• Developing litigation strategies and representing clients in court, arbitrations, and before administrative bodies.
• Providing proactive legal advice to help clients avoid potential labor and employment issues.
• Keeping abreast of changes in labor and employment law and advising clients accordingly.
• Collaborating with other attorneys on complex cases and legal projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Case management

Legal research tools

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Job description

Jobot seeks a Labor & Employment Associate for its New York office to join a national law firm specializing in labor and employment defense and business litigation.

The role requires JD, 3–5 years in the field, and bar admission in good standing. You will conduct research, draft and negotiate documents, and develop litigation strategies while advising clients on evolving employment law matters.