Senior Employment Litigation Associate — Hybrid

Jackson Lewis LC

Birmingham (AL)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 170,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Jackson Lewis LC in Birmingham, AL, seeks an experienced employment lawyer to defend and litigate a broad range of employment-related claims. The attorney will advise employers, train HR teams, and represent clients in court, mediations, and agency proceedings.

Candidates should have a JD from an accredited law school, 5+ years in employment law, and Alabama bar admission or the ability to obtain it. Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

JD from an accredited law school.
5+ years of employment law experience preferred.
Current Alabama bar admission or ability to obtain admission.
Understanding of current agency procedures (state and federal).
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims and agency charges of discrimination.
Advise, counsel, and train employers on employment and labor law issues.
Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration in employment matters, including class/collective actions and discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases.