Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate Attorney for their Richmond, VA, location.

Job Overview:

The Employment Litigation Associate Attorney will be responsible for defending and litigating lawsuits involving various employment-related claims and agency charges of discrimination. They will represent employers in different legal settings, including court, administrative agencies, mediation, and arbitrations. The associate attorney will also provide legal advice and counsel to employers on labor and employment laws and regulations.

Duties:

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving employment-related claims and agency charges of discrimination.
• Represent employers in court, administrative agencies, mediations, and arbitrations in employment matters.
• Provide advice and counsel to employers on labor and employment laws and regulations.

Requirements:

• JD is from an ABA-accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• 4+ years of litigation experience, preferably with a background in employment law.
• Active VA Bar admission or ability to obtain admission quickly.
• Understanding of current court and employment-related agency (state and federal) procedures.

Skills:

• 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, teamwork, and the ability to work independently on various projects.

A Vault 10 firm for Labor and Employment Law, this firm is a powerhouse in this realm. If L&E is your passion, this is an excellent place to develop that specialty and learn from the best. The firm offers an impressive 57 offices from Portland to Puerto Rico, a physical testament to the fact that it has become one of the main employment law counsel providers in the nation. Attorneys at this firm can be sure that your employment matters will involve sophisticated clients and complex issues.