Remote Labor & Employment Associate

Warner Norcross + Judd; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Wellness program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Warner Norcross + Judd LLP is seeking a midlevel associate for its Labor + Employment Practice Group, with a preference for the Grand Rapids office. The role supports employers on day‑to‑day workplace issues, drafts employment agreements and handbooks, and represents clients in agency proceedings and disputes.

The ideal candidate has 4–6 years of labor and employment experience, excellent communication and analytical skills, and a JD from an ABA‑accredited school. Michigan licensure is expected.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of labor and employment experience in a law firm, government, in‑house, or similar setting.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex issues clearly and practically to clients.
• Strong analytical, research, legal writing, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters, deadlines, and client needs with attention to detail and responsiveness.
• Commitment to collaboration, professionalism, and exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Advise employers on labor and employment laws across multiple jurisdictions, including major statutes.
• Counsel clients on employee relations issues, including discipline, termination, leave, wage and hour, discrimination, harassment, and policy matters.
• Handle agency proceedings and employment disputes, including drafting statements and preparing for hearings.
• Draft and review employment agreements, handbooks, policies, and related documents.
• Conduct workplace investigations and provide practical recommendations to clients.
• Prepare and present client training on labor and employment laws.
• Assist with labor relations matters and union representation issues.
• Advise on employment issues in business transactions or restructurings.
• Mentor junior associates and contribute to client development.

Skills

Labor & Employment

Counsel clients

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Multi-jurisdictional issues

Education

Juris Doctor (ABA-approved)

Job description

Warner Norcross + Judd LLP is seeking a midlevel associate for its Labor + Employment Practice Group, with a preference for the Grand Rapids office. The role supports employers on day‑to‑day workplace issues, drafts employment agreements and handbooks, and represents clients in agency proceedings and disputes.

The ideal candidate has 4–6 years of labor and employment experience, excellent communication and analytical skills, and a JD from an ABA‑accredited school. Michigan licensure is expected.