Employment and Education Attorney

A law firm in Phoenix is currently seeking a highly qualified Employment and Education Attorney to join its expanding practice. The ideal candidate should possess excellent academic, writing, and research credentials, with a preference for prior experience in representing employers and educational institutions. This position requires a minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel and representation to employers and educational institutions.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on employment and education law issues.
• Draft and review legal documents, including contracts, policies, and agreements.
• Represent clients in negotiations, mediation, and administrative proceedings.
• Advise on employment-related matters such as discrimination, harassment, and wage disputes.
• Handle cases involving educational law, including student rights and institutional policies.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar in Arizona or eligibility for admission.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• 2+ years of experience in employment and education law.
• Prior experience representing employers and educational institutions is a plus.

Education:

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

Certifications:

Admission to the State Bar in Arizona or eligibility for admission.

Skills:

• Strong legal writing and research skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of employment and education law.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to provide strategic legal advice to clients.
• Experience in negotiation and dispute resolution.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy in legal documentation.

This mid-sized firm has a long history of providing legal services in Phoenix. They have a diverse practice that includes corporate, litigation, employment, environmental, tax, intellectual property, and other areas of law, and their clients range from Fortune 100 corporations to government entities and individuals. The firm has a strong commitment to community service, and its attorneys frequently volunteer their time and provide pro bono legal services to worthy causes throughout Arizona.