Labor and Employment Associate Attorney

Labor and Employment Associate Attorney

Location: White Plains, NY

Job Overview
A leading law firm in White Plains, NY is seeking a Labor and Employment Associate Attorney to join its team. The role involves providing comprehensive legal support across a range of employment law matters, including compliance, governance, litigation, and arbitration. The ideal candidate will bring 3-5 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and a deep knowledge of employment law.

Duties

• Provide legal advice and guidance on employment-related issues, including hiring practices, employee relations, terminations, discrimination, harassment, and wage and hour matters.
• Handle compliance matters involving agencies, including audits and inspections.
• Represent clients in employer arbitration cases before administrative bodies such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the New York State Division of Human Rights.
• Manage employment-related litigation from the discovery phase through trial, including drafting motions and legal documents (discovery motions, motions to dismiss, summary judgment motions).
• Conduct legal research to support decision-making and provide recommendations to clients.
• Draft, review, and negotiate employment-related agreements, policies, and procedures.
• Collaborate with internal teams such as HR, management, and other legal departments to ensure compliance with labor laws.
• Stay up-to-date on developments in employment law and advise clients on potential legal impacts.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in employment law.
• State and federal court litigation experience.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the relevant State Bar Association.

Certifications

• State Bar Admission.

Skills

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication, including proofreading and outreach programming.
• Ability to collaborate with internal teams and work in a fast-paced environment.

Job Location

• White Plains, NY

Benefits

• 401k plan
• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Additional benefits to be discussed upon hiring