Labor & Employment Litigation Associate — Advise & Litigate

Fisher Phillips; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Generous PTO

Paid parental leave

401(k) with profit sharing

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Optional benefits: critical care, etc.

Job summary

Fisher Phillips in Raleigh seeks a Labor & Employment Associate with 3–7 years of experience to join our growing team. The role focuses on representing employers in labor and employment matters, handling cases from inception to resolution while working closely with experienced partners and engaging directly with clients.

Qualified candidates will have strong litigation foundations, excellent academic credentials, and the ability to manage multiple complex matters with independence.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of relevant labor and employment experience
• Excellent academic credentials
• Strong writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple complex matters with independence
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to client service
• Admission to the North Carolina Bar is required

Responsibilities

• Handle litigation matters from inception through resolution; draft pleadings and motions
• Manage written and electronic discovery, including e-discovery strategy
• Draft and argue dispositive and non-dispositive motions
• Take and defend depositions; participate in mediations
• Contribute to case strategy and client-facing work in labor and employment matters

Skills

Strong writing

Analytical skills

Advocacy skills

Client service

Collaboration

Job description

Fisher Phillips in Raleigh seeks a Labor & Employment Associate with 3–7 years of experience to join our growing team. The role focuses on representing employers in labor and employment matters, handling cases from inception to resolution while working closely with experienced partners and engaging directly with clients.

Qualified candidates will have strong litigation foundations, excellent academic credentials, and the ability to manage multiple complex matters with independence.