Mid-Level Labor And Employment Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Washington, DC, seeks a highly skilled and motivated Mid-Level Labor and Employment Associate Attorney with 3-7 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience counseling clients on various employment issues, representing clients in employment litigation, and some traditional labor experience with matters under the National Labor Relations Act. A superior academic record, strong work ethic, and excellent writing and research skills are essential for this role.

Duties:

• Counsel clients on various employment issues, including compliance with federal and state employment laws, employee relations, and workplace policies.
• Represent clients in single-plaintiff and class/collective action employment litigation in state and federal courts.
• Handle all aspects of litigation, including drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Provide advice and representation on the National Labor Relations Act matters.
• Manage NLRB administrative and enforcement proceedings, grievances, and labor arbitration.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal memoranda, briefs, and opinion letters.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of labor and employment law developments and advise clients accordingly.
• Participate in client development activities and build strong client relationships.

Requirements:

• 3-7 years of experience in labor and employment law.
• Proven experience counseling clients on a variety of employment issues.
• Demonstrated ability to represent clients in single-plaintiff and class/collective action employment litigation.
• Some traditional labor experience with issues under the National Labor Relations Act.
• Experience handling NLRB administrative and enforcement proceedings, grievances, and labor arbitration.
• Strong writing and research skills.
• Superior academic record.
• Strong work ethic and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Bar in Washington, DC.

Certifications:

• Active membership in good standing with the Washington, DC Bar.

Skills:

• Excellent legal research and analytical skills.
• Superior writing and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload and work under tight deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.

This prestigious general practice firm manages its practice groups efficiently and matter-of-factly. Solid and steady work help solidify this firm as a top player in the market. Associates can expect good training, including more hands-on work than in other firms offering similar levels of sophistication in the practice. Associates will be pleasantly surprised by the sophistication of this firm, combined with a warm collegial environment.