Labor & Employment Attorney

Larson Maddox; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Larson Maddox in Dallas is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate with 3-7+ years of labor and employment litigation experience to join its growing Dallas office. The role emphasizes direct client interaction and significant responsibility.

You will work with accomplished partners on complex disputes for a diverse client base from middle-market companies to Fortune 500s, in a collaborative culture that supports mentorship and long-term career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-7+ years of labor and employment litigation experience.
• Experience handling employment matters through all stages of litigation.
• Trial and arbitration experience preferred.
• Ability to independently manage cases while collaborating with team members.
• Strong advocacy, analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Excellent organizational and case management abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to client service and professional excellence.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal briefs.
• Manage all phases of written discovery and document production.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Prepare for and participate in mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy.
• Advise employers on employment-related disputes and risk management issues.
• Handle a broad range of labor and employment matters, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour, and covenants.

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Salary: USD180000 - USD230000 per annum

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate with a minimum of 3-7+ years of experience to join its growing Dallas office. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney looking to deepen their labor and employment practice while working alongside highly accomplished partners who are committed to mentorship, professional development, and long-term career growth.

This role offers significant responsibility, direct client interaction, and exposure to complex employment disputes for a diverse client base ranging from middle-market companies to Fortune 500 organizations. The firm fosters a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture where attorneys are encouraged to develop their skills, build client relationships, and take ownership of their professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will play an active role in all phases of employment litigation and will have the opportunity to manage matters with increasing independence. Responsibilities include:
• Drafting and responding to pleadings, motions, and legal briefs
• Managing all phases of written discovery and document production
• Taking and defending depositions
• Preparing for and participating in mediations, arbitrations, and trials
• Conducting legal research and developing case strategy
• Advising employers on employment-related disputes and risk management issues
• Handling a broad range of labor and employment matters, including:
• Discrimination and harassment claims
• Retaliation and wrongful termination disputes
• Wage and hour litigation
• Restrictive covenant and trade secret matters
• Other complex workplace and employment-related claims

Desired Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-7+ years of labor and employment litigation experience
• Experience handling employment matters through all stages of litigation
• Trial and arbitration experience preferred
• Ability to independently manage cases while collaborating effectively with team members
• Strong advocacy, analytical, research, and writing skills
• Excellent organizational and case management abilities
• Demonstrated commitment to client service and professional excellence
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school Required
• Active membership in good standing with the Texas Bar Required

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position offers the chance to join a highly respected labor and employment practice known for its sophisticated work, collaborative culture, and commitment to attorney development. Associates receive meaningful responsibility, direct access to partners and clients, and opportunities to work on high-impact employment matters from day one. The firm is seeking attorneys who are driven, intellectually curious, and eager to continue building a successful labor and employment litigation career within a supportive and growth-oriented environment.