Associate Attorney with 2+ years of experience

A law firm seeks a dedicated Associate Attorney to join its team in Kingston, NY, with a focus on wage and hour law. This hybrid role offers flexibility while handling civil litigation cases related to wage theft and employment law. The ideal candidate will possess strong research, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to justice and fairness. Fluency in Spanish or another language is a plus, but not required.

Duties:

• Assist in all phases of civil litigation related to wage theft and employment disputes.
• Interview clients and potential witnesses to gather critical case information.
• Take and defend depositions and collaborate on litigation strategies.
• Draft pleadings, discovery demands, responses, and other legal documents.
• Review and analyze discovery responses and manage document production.
• Manage litigation timelines and logistics, ensuring adherence to case schedules.
• Engage in motion practice, trials, arbitration, and appeals in federal court.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships throughout the legal process.
• Collaborate with paralegals and data scientists on data discovery and damages modeling.

Requirements:

• A demonstrated commitment to social justice and righting wrongs.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Ability to navigate complex substantive law and litigation procedures.
• Superior interpersonal skills for working with a diverse team and clientele.
• Must be admitted to practice law in New York or another state and in good standing.
• Willingness to travel for case-related matters.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admitted to practice law in New York or another state court.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research, drafting, and litigation procedures.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage litigation timelines and logistics.
• Excellent client relationship management.
• Spanish fluency or another language is desirable but not required.

Location: Kingston, NY (Hybrid/Remote work option available).

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for growth, including potential for partnership.
• Collaborative work environment with supportive team members.

This role is an excellent opportunity for attorneys looking to make a meaningful impact in wage and hour law, while advancing their career in a dynamic legal setting.

This New York-based law firm exclusively deals with employee law issues, especially concerning wages & hour claims and disputes throughout the state. The firm handles all type of wage related cases under the Fair Labor Standards Act. They have successfully recovered millions of dollars for their clients who were wrongfully paid by their employers and they regularly take legal actions against multinational or Fortune 500 companies. Their areas of concentration include state & federal wage & hour claims, individual lawsuits, class actions, prevailing wage claims, and collective actions. The members of this firm have successfully represented issues concerning wage related thefts, worker's suffering due to damages or penalties caused by employees, unlawful deductions, tip sharing & shaving, and non-reimbursed business expenses.