Employment Law Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A well-established, full-service law firm is seeking an experienced Employment Law Associate with 2-4 years of management-side labor and employment experience to join its Employment Practice Group. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in advising clients on a variety of employment law matters, including EEO issues, wage and hour laws, compliance with leave laws, and reasonable accommodations. Experience with workplace investigations and training is a plus. This role offers the opportunity to handle diverse legal matters, conduct legal research, and provide strategic counsel to clients, all while staying current on evolving employment law trends.

Location:

• Baltimore, MD

Duties:

• Advise clients on federal, state, and local employment law matters, including EEO issues, wage and hour law, leave laws, and reasonable accommodations.
• Respond to claims filed with federal, state, and local agencies and courts.
• Conduct workplace investigations and assist with training on employment law topics.
• Draft position statements, court filings, and other legal documents.
• Provide strategic legal advice to clients on employment-related compliance issues.
• Stay up-to-date with trends and developments in employment law.
• Maintain significant client interaction and develop business relationships.
• Assume ownership of assignments and take responsibility for managing client matters.

Requirements:

• 2-4 years of experience in management-side labor and employment law.
• Experience advising clients on EEO issues, wage and hour laws, leave laws, and reasonable accommodations.
• Proven ability to handle claims and litigation before federal, state, and local agencies and courts.
• Experience with workplace investigations and training is a plus.
• Strong client interaction skills with the ability to manage relationships and generate business.

Education:

• J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Must be admitted to the bar and in good standing in the state of Maryland (or ability to waive in).

Skills:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to draft and review legal documents with attention to detail.
• Aptitude for business generation and client development.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and clients effectively.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package (details to be confirmed by hiring firm).
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Supportive and dynamic work environment.

We like this firm that is one of Maryland's premier full-service law firms with 75 attorneys. At this size, the firm is large enough to have some level of expertise in every significant area of the law. Associates can expect a flexible career environment and democratic firm governance, along with an informal and collegial atmosphere. Associates are encouraged to assume responsibility early in their legal career and are provided with training and support to facilitate their professional development.