Employment and Labor Relations Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm seeks a highly skilled and experienced Employment and Labor Relations Associate Attorney to join its team in Indianapolis, IN. The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in employment law and demonstrate proficiency in handling litigation, providing legal consultation, and conducting workplace investigations. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional to contribute to a dynamic and reputable legal practice.

Job Responsibilities:

• Litigation:
  • Handle employment-related litigation matters, including responses to charges of discrimination filed with the EEOC and local agencies.
  • Manage discovery matters, ensuring thorough and accurate collection and review of relevant documentation.
  • Draft dispositive motions and other critical legal documents with precision and adherence to legal standards.
• Consultation:
  • Provide day-to-day legal advice and consultation to clients on various employment issues.
  • Address hiring, discipline, and termination matters, offering sound legal guidance.
  • Advise on wage and hour issues, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Respond to medical and other leave requests, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Compliance and Investigations:
  • Conduct comprehensive workplace investigations, document findings, and advise on appropriate actions.
  • Ensure clients’ adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws through proactive compliance measures.
• Client Relations:
  • Foster and maintain strong client relationships, providing exceptional service and support.
  • Communicate effectively with clients, understanding their needs and delivering tailored legal solutions.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in employment law.
• Proven experience handling employment-related litigation, including responses to EEOC and local agency charges.
• Demonstrated ability to manage discovery matters and draft dispositive motions.
• Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Strong background in providing legal advice on employment issues, including hiring, discipline, termination, and wage and hour compliance.
• Experience conducting workplace investigations.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active and in good standing membership in the State Bar of Indiana.

Skills:

• Exceptional legal research and writing skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Job Location:

• Indianapolis, IN

This Vault-ranked firm has a client-first mindset, where attorneys are rewarded based on their listening and understanding their clients' goals, thinking creatively and aggressively to advance those goals, and obtaining the clients' ultimate success. Attorneys at this firm partner with members of the firm's affiliated businesses to provide comprehensive service to clients. These partnerships allow clients to access business consulting across a variety of disciplines. The attorneys truly work as one team to help their clients succeed. This modern, progressive firm boasts a highly respectful, transparent workplace culture, which fosters creativity, teamwork, inclusion, diversity, and service to clients and communities. This firm emphasizes significant investment in the communities where their attorneys live and practice. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.