Employment Associate Attorney

Job Title: Employment Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm located in Stamford, CT is seeking an associate-level attorney with 2 to 5 years of experience to join its labor and employment practice. This role offers the opportunity to handle a variety of matters, including traditional labor and union issues, discrimination laws, wage and hour laws, and general employment-related litigation. The successful candidate will work closely with partners and clients to provide high-quality legal services while developing expertise in labor and employment law.

Duties:

• Research labor and employment matters
• Draft employee handbooks and policies
• Prepare position statements and responses to administrative charges (e.g., EEOC, state human rights commissions)
• Communicate with clients to gather information for position statements
• Draft motions for state and federal court proceedings
• Respond to discovery requests
• Prepare deposition outlines, exhibits, and witnesses, including participation in depositions as first or second chair
• Assist in preparing for mediations, arbitrations, oral arguments, hearings, and trials
• Participate in mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials as second chair, and first chair where appropriate
• Meet annual billing requirements (1800 billable 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 the ability to waive in (preferred)
• Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school
• An active member in good standing with the Bar
• Strong research, writing, and oral communication skills
• Ability to manage workload effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to quickly absorb and understand new information
• High standards of professionalism, conscientiousness, and dedication
• Flexible, cooperative attitude and ability to work with diverse personalities
• Military experience is a plus

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar (required)
• Admission to Connecticut Bar (preferred, or ability to waive in)

Skills:

• Legal research and writing
• Litigation and trial preparation
• Client communication and relationship-building
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment

Job Location:

• Stamford, CT