Senior Labor & Employment Counsel - High-Stakes Disputes

McGuireWoods LLP; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

McGuireWoods LLP is seeking an associate to support a fast-paced, strategic employment litigation practice. The role emphasizes executive mobility disputes, restrictive covenants, and trade secret litigation, with significant client exposure from the outset.

Associates will contribute to diligence, risk assessment, and post-closing workforce integration in private equity and M&A contexts, while collaborating closely with a partner on sensitive matters and maintaining a hands-on approach from day

Qualifications

• Experience handling high-stakes employment disputes is desirable.
• Strong written and oral advocacy in complex litigation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Litigate restrictive covenant and trade secret disputes, including injunctive relief.
• Counsel on executive mobility issues, onboarding, departures, and incentive arrangements; advise on compliance and risk management.

Job description

McGuireWoods LLP is seeking an associate to support a fast-paced, strategic employment litigation practice. The role emphasizes executive mobility disputes, restrictive covenants, and trade secret litigation, with significant client exposure from the outset.

Associates will contribute to diligence, risk assessment, and post-closing workforce integration in private equity and M&A contexts, while collaborating closely with a partner on sensitive matters and maintaining a hands-on approach from day