Labor And Employment Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Boston, MA, is seeking a skilled Labor and Employment Associate Attorney with at least 2 years of experience in labor and employment law. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional verbal, writing, and interpersonal skills, demonstrating the ability to work directly with clients and develop effective service strategies.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel and representation to clients in labor and employment matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategy and decision-making.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and agreements.
• Attend hearings, depositions, and other legal proceedings as necessary.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and internal stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience practicing labor and employment law.
• Experience in higher education law is highly regarded.
• Superior verbal, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work directly with clients and develop service strategies.
• Licensed to practice law in New York State or eligible to waive into the New York State Bar.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar or eligibility to waive into the New York State Bar.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

This law firm recently merged with another and now has 11 U.S. locations and one in Toronto for a total of 275 attorneys. The firm practices in 33 specialized areas.