Employment Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A prominent national law firm is seeking an experienced Employment Litigation Associate to join its Dallas office. This position involves defending employers in a variety of workplace-related disputes and providing legal counsel on a broad range of labor and employment law issues. The role is ideal for a motivated attorney with a strong litigation background who is looking to grow within a highly respected labor and employment law practice.

Location

• Dallas, Texas

Duties

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving employment-related claims, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract disputes, and employment torts

• Represent clients in court, before administrative agencies, during mediations, and in arbitrations

• Handle class and collective actions related to labor and employment matters

• Provide ongoing legal advice and risk management counseling to employers on labor and employment law compliance

• Draft legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and legal memoranda

• Stay updated on federal, state, and local employment laws and agency procedures

• Work both independently and collaboratively within a litigation team

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of litigation experience, with a strong preference for employment law background

• Knowledge of court procedures and employment-related state and federal agency regulations

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment

• Strong organizational and project management capabilities

• Proven ability to work both independently and within a team

Education

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

• Strong academic credentials required

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in the state of Texas or eligibility to obtain licensure promptly

Skills

• Employment litigation (single-plaintiff and class/collective)

• Legal research and analysis

• Oral and written advocacy

• Mediation and arbitration

• Time and case management

• Client advisement and compliance counseling

• Team collaboration and independence

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package

• Hybrid work flexibility

• Professional development within a nationally ranked law firm

• Opportunities to work on high-profile, complex litigation matters

A Vault 10 firm for Labor and Employment Law, this firm is a powerhouse in this realm. If L&E is your passion, this is an excellent place to develop that specialty and learn from the best. The firm offers an impressive 57 offices from Portland to Puerto Rico, a physical testament to the fact that it has become one of the main employment law counsel providers in the nation. Attorneys at this firm can be sure that your employment matters will involve sophisticated clients and complex issues.