Labor & Employment Associate

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm is seeking a highly skilled associate attorney to join its dynamic labor and employment practice. The ideal candidate will work on a wide range of labor and employment law matters, including traditional labor issues, union-related matters, collective bargaining, discrimination laws, and wage and hour laws. This position offers the flexibility of a hybrid remote work opportunity and is open to multiple office locations across the Northeast.

Location:

• New Haven, CT

Duties:

• Conduct in-depth research on various labor and employment law matters.
• Draft employee handbooks, policies, and other related documentation.
• Prepare position statements and responses to administrative charges (EEOC, NY State Division of Human Rights, CT Commission on Human Rights).
• Communicate directly with clients to gather necessary information for position statements.
• Draft motions for federal and state court cases.
• Respond to discovery requests and prepare relevant legal documents.
• Prepare deposition outlines, exhibits, and witnesses, and serve as first or second chair in depositions.
• Assist senior attorneys in preparing for mediations, arbitrations, oral arguments, hearings, and trials.
• Serve as second chair, and where appropriate, first chair in mediations, arbitrations, oral arguments, hearings, and trials.
• Meet the firm's annual billable hours target of 1,800 hours.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of experience in labor and employment law or litigation.
• Admission to the New York State Bar (required).
• Admission to the Connecticut Bar (preferred, or ability to waive in).
• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with the state bar.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Ability to quickly absorb, process, and understand new information.
• High standards of performance, with strong dedication and responsibility.
• Professional, cooperative, and flexible attitude.
• Ability to work well with diverse personalities at various levels of the organization.
• Military experience is welcomed.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar (required).
• Admission to the Connecticut Bar (preferred).

Skills:

• Expertise in labor and employment law.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage a busy workload.
• Ability to function effectively under pressure and in a team-oriented environment.
• Professional demeanor and client-focused attitude.

Benefits:

• Hybrid remote work option available.
• Comprehensive benefits package (specific details not provided).
• Equal opportunity employer that promotes diversity and inclusion.

This national law firm offers a full range of consulting services for their clients. Their areas of practice include litigation, intellectual property, business services, appellate, alternative dispute resolution, wills, trusts, estates, labor, employment law, and more. Their offices are located in New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut.