Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Employment Litigation Associate Attorney to join their team in Tampa. The successful candidate will defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims and agency charges of discrimination, as well as provide advice and counsel to employers on various employment and labor law issues. This role offers an opportunity to represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration, ensuring comprehensive legal support in employment matters.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a wide range of employment-related claims and agency charges of discrimination.
• Advise and counsel employers on various employment and labor law issues.
• Train employers on compliance with employment laws and best practices.
• Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration.
• Handle employment matters, including class/collective actions, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract disputes, employment torts, and non-compete cases.
• Draft, review, and file legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on employment law issues.
• Prepare for and conduct depositions and discovery.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and service.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in employment or commercial litigation.
• Employment law background strongly preferred.
• Current Florida Bar admission in good standing.
• Understanding of current state and federal agency procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills.
• Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Excellent academic credentials.

Certifications:

Admission to the Florida Bar in good standing.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of employment and labor law.
• Superior litigation and trial skills.
• Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
• Effective negotiation and mediation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.

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.