Labor & Employment Associate

Job Overview:
A leading law firm is seeking an experienced associate attorney to join its labor and employment practice group. The role will involve handling a broad range of labor and employment law issues including traditional labor matters, collective bargaining, discrimination, wage and hour laws, and other employment-related matters. 

Location:

• New York, NY

Duties:

• Conduct research on labor and employment issues, including union-related matters and discrimination laws.
• Draft employee handbooks, policies, and position statements.
• Respond to administrative charges from agencies such as EEOC, NY State Division of Human Rights, and CT Commission on Human Rights.
• Communicate with clients to gather necessary information for legal matters.
• Draft motions and responses for federal and state courts.
• Prepare discovery responses and deposition outlines.
• Assist in preparing witnesses and exhibits for depositions, arbitrations, mediations, hearings, and trials.
• Participate as second chair in depositions, trials, and other hearings, with opportunities for first-chair experience.
• Assist partners in preparing for arbitrations, mediations, and oral arguments.
• Meet annual billable hour requirement of 1,800 hours.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of experience in labor and employment law or litigation.
• Admission to the New York State Bar (required).
• Admission to the Connecticut Bar (or ability to waive in) is preferred.
• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the state bar.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to quickly absorb new information.
• High standard of professional performance, dedication, and responsibility.
• Ability to work with diverse personalities and maintain a cooperative and positive attitude.
• Military experience is welcomed.

Education:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar (required).
• Admission to the Connecticut Bar (preferred).

Skills:

• Expertise in labor and employment law.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
• Professional demeanor and strong client service skills.

Benefits:

• Hybrid remote work flexibility.
• Comprehensive benefits package (specific details not provided).
• Equal opportunity employer promoting diversity and inclusion, with a commitment to providing a respectful and productive work environment.

This prominent, large, full service, New York law firm is committed to the philosophy that lawyers must be problem solvers. This firm has experienced rapid growth over the years due to its success, market salaries, and commitment to delivering quality legal services in a cost effective manner. It is at the forefront in electronic commerce and the legal issues arising from the use of the Internet for domestic and international business transactions. Attorneys at this firm are encouraged to become actively involved in their communities and many have served as members of board of directors for numerous corporations and charitable organizations, including hospitals, museums, and shelters. They believe their commitment to their community is a reflection of the high quality, hard working, dedicated, actively involved people that they are.