Richmond – Labor and Employment Associate

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 310,000 - 435,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP seeks a Labor and Employment Associate to join its team in a full-time, partnership-track position. The ideal candidate will have at least four years of labor and employment experience and must be licensed in the applicable jurisdiction.

This role may be based in Washington, DC; Richmond; Dallas; Houston; or Atlanta. The successful candidate will manage employment litigation, including depositions and motions, and will advise employers on a broad range of workplace

Qualifications

• At least four years of employment and labor experience (class of 2022 or more senior).
• Licensed attorney in the jurisdiction of applying (e.g., VA, DC, etc.).
• Experience managing employment litigation matters, including depositions and motions.

Responsibilities

• Manage employment litigation matters, including taking and defending depositions.
• Draft and argue motions, and coordinate with opposing counsel.
• Independently manage case strategy, deadlines, and dockets.
• Advise employers on a broad range of workplace issues.

Skills

Employment litigation experience

Strong writing and research

Analytical and communication skills

Job description

Richmond – Labor and Employment Associate

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July 22, 2026

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP seeks an associate to join its Labor and Employment team in a full-time, partnership-track associate position. The ideal candidate will have at least four years (class of 2022 or more senior) of employment and labor experience. This position may be based in Washington, DC; Richmond; Dallas; Houston; or Atlanta.

A successful candidate will have experience managing employment litigation matters, including taking and defending depositions, drafting and arguing motions, communicating with opposing counsel, and independently managing case strategy, deadlines, and dockets. The candidate should also be comfortable advising employers on a broad range of workplace issues.

Candidates should have experience advising employers on a broad range of labor matters and will have strong knowledge of the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) processes and proceedings, and labor-related agency investigations.

Candidates will have strong analytical, research, writing, and communication skills, and the ability to work directly with clients. Candidates should be capable of independently managing matters, developing practical and business-focused advice, conducting legal research, drafting position statements and other advocacy materials, and coordinating effectively with colleagues and clients.

Prior large law firm experience is preferred.Candidates must be licensed in the jurisdiction to which they are applying. EEO/drug-free workplace/E-Verify participant/Veteran/Disability.

At the time of posting, the expected salary range for this position is $310,000 to $435,000. Actual salary offers may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to, education, training, skill sets, licensure and certification, practice area, experience, internal equity, and market data. In addition to providing competitive compensation, Hunton Andrews Kurth offers a range of benefits and wellness options based on experience, performance, and location that compare favorable to market standards in every region and across the legal industry.

Job #003999

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Contact Information:
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
Riverfront Plaza, East Tower
951 East Byrd Street
Richmond,VA23219