Wage & Hour Associate

Jackson Lewis P.C.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 212,500 - 282,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Account

Firm-paid holidays and vacation

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Jackson Lewis P.C. is looking for a senior attorney in their New York City office with a strong focus on wage and hour law. Responsibilities include litigating employment-related claims and advising employers on compliance with labor laws.

The ideal candidate will have a JD from an ABA-accredited law school, 3+ years of employment law experience, and excellent communication skills. A competitive salary range of $212,500-$282,500 is offered along with annual bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in employment law preferred.
• Current NY Bar admission or ability to obtain admission required.

Responsibilities

• Litigate cases under employment-related claims focused on wage law.
• Advise employers on compliance with wage and hour laws.
• Represent employers in court and administrative agencies.

Skills

Wage and hour law expertise

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Education

JD from an ABA accredited law school

Job description

Jackson Lewis P.C.’s New York City office seeks a senior attorney specializing in wage and hour law.

Responsibilities

• Litigate cases involving a broad range of employment-related claims, focused on claims under the Fair Labor Standards, New York Labor Law and/or other state wage and hour laws
• Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration in employment matters, including class/collective actions, focused on wage claim and hour cases
• Advise employers regarding compliance with wage and hour laws and related risk management, including dispute resolution programs
• Class/collective action experience strongly preferred

Skills and Educational Requirements

• JD from an ABA accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials
• 3+ years of experience, employment law background strongly preferred
• Current NY Bar admission or ability to obtain admission
• 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
• Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork, along with ability to work independently on various projects

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is between $212,500-$282,500. This position is also eligible for annual bonuses. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
• Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time
• Employee assistance program and other firm benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.