Mid-Level Employment Litigation Associate Attorney - Am Law 200

Direct Counsel; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

401(k) plan

Profit sharing

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Employee assistance

Student loan refinancing

Pet insurance

Job summary

Direct Counsel seeks a Mid-Level Employment Litigation Associate Attorney (3–7 years) for its Dallas, Texas office. Join a leading labor and employment law firm and grow your practice under mentorship while handling sophisticated matters in a collaborative, hybrid setting.

The ideal candidate will bring strong Labor & Employment experience, including trial and arbitration, and can independently manage employment litigation matters from inception through resolution.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of Labor & Employment experience.
• Trial and arbitration experience is required.
• Ability to independently manage employment litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Experience with pleadings and discovery.
• Experience with motions, depositions, mediations, and trials.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong legal writing, research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Growth mindset and commitment to providing exceptional client service.
• Collaborative approach and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the Texas Bar.

Responsibilities

• Independently handle employment litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft and respond to pleadings and other litigation documents.
• Manage all aspects of discovery.
• Draft and argue dispositive and other motions.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Handle employment discrimination matters.
• Advise and represent clients regarding restrictive covenant disputes.
• Develop case strategy and manage litigation matters efficiently.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties throughout the litigation process.
• Manage multiple matters and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate with partners and colleagues while providing exceptional client service.

Skills

Labor & Employment experience

Trial experience

Arbitration experience

Independent litigation management

Legal writing

Legal research

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Client service

Growth mindset

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Texas Bar admission

Job description

Mid-Level Employment Litigation Associate Attorney (3-7 Years)

Direct Counsel is seeking a Mid-Level Employment Litigation Associate Attorney to join a leading labor and employment law firm in its Dallas, Texas office. This is an excellent opportunity for an employment litigator looking to grow a practice under the mentorship of talented partners while handling sophisticated matters in a collaborative, hybrid environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong Labor & Employment experience, including trial and arbitration experience, and the ability to independently manage employment litigation matters from inception through resolution.

Responsibilities

• Independently handle employment litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft and respond to pleadings and other litigation documents.
• Manage all aspects of discovery.
• Draft and argue dispositive and other motions.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Handle employment discrimination matters.
• Advise and represent clients regarding restrictive covenant disputes.
• Develop case strategy and manage litigation matters efficiently.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties throughout the litigation process.
• Manage multiple matters and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate with partners and colleagues while providing exceptional client service.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of Labor & Employment experience.
• Trial and arbitration experience is required.
• Demonstrated ability to independently handle litigation matters.
• Experience with:
  • Employment litigation
  • Pleadings and discovery
  • Motion practice
  • Depositions
  • Mediations
  • Trials and arbitrations
  • Employment discrimination matters
  • Restrictive covenant issues
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong legal writing, research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Growth mindset and commitment to providing exceptional client service.
• Collaborative approach and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required.
• Admission to the Texas Bar required.

Work Environment

This position is based in the firm's Dallas office and offers a hybrid work environment. The firm is seeking an attorney who thrives in a collaborative setting while maintaining the ability to work independently.

Location

Dallas, Texas

Benefits

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) plan and carve-out election
• Profit sharing
• Life insurance
• Long‑term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Optional critical care, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Student loan refinancing program
• Dependent life insurance
• Pet insurance