Labor And Employment Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm in Columbus, OH, seeks a highly skilled and experienced Labor and Employment Attorney with 6-9 years of expertise. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in advising clients on various labor and employment law matters, including compliance, litigation, and policy development. The position requires a proactive, solutions-oriented approach, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team of attorneys.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Client Advisory:
  • Provide expert advice on employment and labor law compliance, policies, and best practices.
  • Counsel clients on preparing and enforcing employment contracts, restrictive covenants, and other agreements.
• Litigation:
  • Led and managed litigation cases before the Ohio Civil Rights Commission, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and the Department of Labor.
  • Represent employers in the enforcement and defense of restrictive covenants.
  • Handle cases related to employment discrimination (Title VII, ADEA, ADA), FMLA, whistleblower litigation, wage and hour issues, and other employment disputes.
• Policy Development and Compliance:
  • Draft and review employment policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
  • Advise on affirmative action compliance, OSHA, COBRA, ERISA, and other labor-related matters.
• Contracts and Agreements:
  • Prepare and negotiate separation agreements, employment contracts, and restrictive covenants.
  • Guide breach of contract issues and termination counseling.
• Collaboration and Project Management:
  • Work closely with multiple attorneys on various assignments, demonstrating strong project management skills.
  • Collaborate effectively with the legal team to deliver comprehensive legal solutions to clients.
• Research and Legal Analysis:
  • Conduct thorough legal research on complex labor and employment issues.
  • Stay updated on evolving laws and regulations impacting clients.

Requirements

• 6-9 years of experience advising clients on labor and employment law matters.
• Significant litigation experience, particularly before state and federal agencies.
• Proven track record representing employers in restrictive covenant enforcement and defense.
• Extensive knowledge of labor and employment issues, including employment discrimination, FMLA, affirmative action compliance, OSHA, COBRA, and ERISA.
• Experience drafting and reviewing employment policies and agreements.

Education and Certifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in the state of Ohio.
• Strong academic credentials.

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Outstanding project management abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail, highly organized and efficient work style.
• Ability to work independently while also thriving in a collaborative team environment.
• Robust legal research skills.
• Forward-thinking and solutions-oriented mindset.
• Commitment to representing the firm with integrity and professionalism.

Location

• Columbus, OH

With a lineage of over a century, this law firm provides the legal expertise and resources required for successfully handling the most complex and sophisticated legal issues with the efficiency, agility, and responsiveness that are commonly associated with a local, mid-size law firm. The firm primarily deals with legal matters related to bankruptcy, business, communications, corporate, director and officer liability, employee benefits, energy, estates, green energy, healthcare, labor and employment, litigation, public utilities, real estate, tax, and trusts and probate.