Employment Litigation Attorney

A law firm seeks a skilled and motivated Employment Litigation Attorney to join its team in Tampa, FL. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience handling federal court litigation, particularly in the area of employment law. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with a focus on defending employee rights, including managing depositions, electronic discovery, and motion practice. Hybrid work options are available, but applicants must be eligible to practice and in good standing with the Florida Bar.

Duties:

• Manage and litigate employment law cases in federal court.
• Take and defend depositions, focusing on thorough documentation and strategy.
• Handle electronic discovery and manage document review.
• Prepare and argue motions in employment-related litigation.
• Conduct legal research and draft clear, persuasive legal documents.
• Collaborate with other attorneys to develop litigation strategies.
• Advise clients on employment law matters and represent them in court hearings.
• Maintain high attention to detail while managing multiple cases simultaneously.

Requirements:

• 5-10 years of experience in employment litigation, specifically in federal courts.
• Experience in handling depositions, motion practice, and electronic discovery.
• Strong research, writing, and legal analysis skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Proven ability to effectively represent clients in complex legal matters.
• Eligible to practice law and in good standing with the Florida Bar.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active membership in the Florida Bar.

Skills:

• Expertise in federal court litigation and employment law.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Proficient in legal research and using technology for document management and discovery.
• Exceptional writing skills for drafting legal briefs and motions.
• Ability to work efficiently in a hybrid work setting and manage caseload effectively.

Benefits:

• Health insurance coverage.
• Paid time off for vacation and personal days.
• Retirement plan options.
• Hybrid remote work flexibility.

This law firm provides specialized legal services exclusively in the area of labor and employment law. Its core practice areas include discrimination, harassment, retaliation, equal pay claims, unfair labor practices, wage and hour disputes, wrongful termination, breach of contracts, and uniformed services employment. It has been consistently included in the list of Best Law Firms by U.S. News and World Report. The firm's office is located in Tampa, Florida.