Labor & Employment Counsel Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in the applicable jurisdiction, in good standing
• 6+ years of substantive experience in labor and employment law and/or complex litigation
• Strong knowledge of federal and state labor and employment laws
• Experience providing advice on workplace law issues, including wage and hour compliance, employee relations, risk mitigation, employment agreements, reductions in force, ADA and workplace accommodations, and employment-related policies
• Demonstrated excellence in legal research, writing, and analytical reasoning
• Proven ability to manage multiple matters and deliver practical, business-oriented solutions
• Commitment to collaboration, professionalism, and superior client service

Key Responsibilities

• Provide counsel to employers on all aspects of workplace law, including compliance, policies, and risk mitigation strategies
• Support and manage litigation matters involving employment disputes, wage and hour claims, discrimination, and wrongful termination
• Advise on employment-related issues arising in corporate transactions, including due diligence and integration planning
• Draft and review employment agreements, handbooks, and internal policies
• Represent clients before federal and state courts, administrative agencies, and arbitration panels
• Conduct legal research and analysis on emerging labor and employment law developments
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice groups to deliver integrated client service