Labor & Employment Attorney

Baker & Hostetler LLP; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

BakerHostetler LLP in Columbus seeks a Labor & Employment Attorney with at least 1 year of legal experience to work with partners across the Columbus office and other offices nationwide.

This non-partnership track role offers a predictable schedule, lower billable hours, and a competitive salary/bonus program, with development and training in a supportive national firm environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Bar admission in OH, FL, CA, CO, MT, NY, or TX.
• Minimum 1 year of legal experience.
• Prior labor and employment experience preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with partners and counsel across the Columbus and national offices.
• Handle labor and employment matters for a variety of clients.

Skills

1 year of legal experience

Labor & Employment experience

Attention to detail

Oral and written communication

Independent and team work

Labor matters exposure

Education

J.D.

Bar admission OH/FL/CA/CO/MT/NY/TX

Job description

Overview

• This is a non-partnership track position with a predictable schedule and a lower billable hours requirement.
• The role does not include expectations for business development.
• The practice advises a variety of clients and industries.
• The role involves work in labor and employment law, human resources, litigation, employee relations, and collective bargaining.
• Exposure to traditional labor matters in the public or private sector is considered a plus.

Posting Details

Practice Area: Labor & Employment

The Columbus office of BakerHostetler is seeing a Labor & Employment Attorney with at least 1 year of legal experience. The candidate will work with partners and counsel in both the Columbus office and other offices across the country. Attorneys at all career stages are encouraged to apply.

This role is a non-partnership track position, with a more predictable schedule, lower billable hours requirement, and competitive salary and bonus program. It is ideal for someone who is seeking to perform sophisticated work at a national firm without expectations for business development while maintaining a focus on work-life balance. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the premier law firms in the country, work with a variety of clients and industries, and become an integral part of the team. Labor & Employment attorneys are part of the larger non-partner group which benefits from regular development and training programs, an excellent benefits package, and opportunities for personal and professional growth and involvement.

Requirements

• A strong academic record, having earned a J.D. from a nationally recognized and accredited law school
• Must be admitted to practice law in the state of Ohio, Florida, California, Colorado, Montana, New York, or Texas
• Minimum of 1 year of legal experience, including clerkships, judicial clerkships, or attorney experience
• Prior labor and employment law experience is preferred
• Interest, experience, or background in labor and employment law, human resources, litigation, employee relations, collective bargaining, or other related fields
• Exposure to traditional labor matters in the public or private sector is a plus
• Experience with litigation, employment-related matters, or other relevant legal practice areas is beneficial
• Superior attention to detail and excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must be able to work independently and within a team environment
• Must be able to communicate clearly with clients and other team members

Why BakerHostetler?

• Work on sophisticated matters with mentorship from industry leaders
• A collegial, entrepreneurial environment that values collaboration and innovation
• Competitive salary and top-tier benefits
• The opportunity to perform sophisticated work at a national firm while maintaining work-life balance
• A commitment to the legal profession and our local community

Baker & Hostetler LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

*Only applicants who meet the above requirements will be considered for this role. Thank you.