Raleigh - Labor & Employment Associate

Fisher & Phillips; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

401(k) with carve-out election and a 


Profit sharing

Life insurance and long-term/disabilit

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Raleigh office of Fisher Phillips is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate with 3–7 years of experience to join our growing team. Ideal candidates will have a strong foundation in litigation and an interest in representing employers in labor and employment matters.

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced partners while managing substantive case responsibilities, contributing to case strategy, and engaging directly with clients.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of relevant 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 and respond to pleadings; manage discovery and e-discovery strategy.
• Draft and argue dispositive and non-dispositive motions; take and defend depositions.
• Participate in mediations and advise on labor and employment matters.
• Contribute to case strategy and interact directly with clients.

Skills

3–7 years of relevant experience

Excellent academic credentials

Strong writing, analytical, and advocy

Independent multi-matter case handling

Collaborative mindset and client focus

Admission to the North Carolina Bar

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

The Raleigh office of Fisher Phillips is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate with 3–7 years of experience to join our growing team. Ideal candidates will have a strong foundation in litigation and an interest in representing employers in labor and employment matters. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced partners while managing substantive case responsibilities, contributing to case strategy, and engaging directly with clients.

About the Role

Qualified candidates will have experience handling litigation matters from inception through resolution, including:

• Drafting and responding to pleadings
• Managing written and electronic discovery, including e-discovery strategy
• Drafting and arguing dispositive and non-dispositive motions
• Taking and defending depositions
• Participating in mediations

Associates will have opportunities to work on a broad range of labor and employment matters, including litigation and advice and counseling. Prior labor and employment experience is preferred, but we also welcome candidates from other defense-side complex litigation practices who demonstrate a strong interest in developing a labor and employment practice and contributing to firm growth.

What We’re Looking For

Successful candidates will bring:

• 3–7 years of relevant experience
• Excellent academic credentials
• Strong writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
• The ability to manage multiple complex matters with a level of independence appropriate to their experience
• A collaborative mindset, empathy for teammates, and a strong commitment to client service
• Admission to the North Carolina Bar is required

Fisher Phillips is at the forefront of innovation and technology in the legal industry, and we value attorneys who embrace modern tools and forward-thinking approaches to enhance efficiency and client service.

Benefits

Fisher Phillips offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with carve-out election and profit sharing
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Employee assistance program

Optional benefits include critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, student loan refinancing, dependent life insurance, and pet insurance.

Please note: Fisher Phillips does not accept resumes from search firms for this position.