New York Employment Litigation Associate: High-Impact Role

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 260,000 - 390,000; Full time

Job summary

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP in New York is seeking 3rd–5th year associates for our Employment Litigation group. The role involves pre-litigation work, high-profile single plaintiff suits, systemic discrimination and wage/hour class actions, and responding to administrative charges.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of litigation experience, a JD from an accredited law school, and NY Bar admission.

Qualifications

• Completed JD from an accredited law school.
• Must be a member of the New York State Bar.
• At least 2 years of litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Work on pre-litigation matters and high-profile single plaintiff employment cases.
• Handle systemic discrimination and wage/hour class actions; respond to charges.
• Conduct internal investigations and counsel clients on employment issues; take depositions and appearances at hearings.
• Manage complex cases, participate in mediations, and handle motions with independence and teamwork.

Skills

Litigation writing

Legal research

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from accredited law school

New York State Bar admission

Job description

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP in New York is seeking 3rd–5th year associates for our Employment Litigation group. The role involves pre-litigation work, high-profile single plaintiff suits, systemic discrimination and wage/hour class actions, and responding to administrative charges.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of litigation experience, a JD from an accredited law school, and NY Bar admission.