Labor and Employment Associate Attorney

A law firm seeks an experienced Labor and Employment Associate Attorney to join its growing practice in Dallas, TX. This position is ideal for an attorney with 3-6 years of experience in employment law or complex litigation defense, including class actions, representative actions, and single-plaintiff disputes. The successful candidate will work on a variety of labor and employment matters, including traditional labor law and employment counseling. Strong writing, analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with teams across multiple offices are essential.

Duties

• Represent clients in employment-related litigation, including class actions, representative actions, and single-plaintiff cases.
• Provide legal counsel on a variety of labor and employment matters, including compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Draft, review, and revise legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Handle labor law matters, including union negotiations, grievances, and arbitrations.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to develop strategies for litigation and employment counseling.
• Collaborate with teams across offices to provide seamless legal services to clients.
• Participate in client meetings, hearings, mediations, and depositions as needed.
• Stay current with developments in labor and employment law to provide timely legal guidance.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of experience in labor and employment law or complex litigation defense.
• Experience with class actions, representative actions, and single-plaintiff litigation.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team across multiple offices.
• Excellent communication skills for client interaction and litigation.
• Admission to the Texas Bar.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active bar membership in Texas.
• Order of the Coif, law review, or clerkship experience would be a plus.

Skills

• Expertise in labor and employment law, including litigation and employment counseling.
• Strong drafting skills for legal documents and briefs.
• Ability to manage complex cases and multiple tasks efficiently.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for team collaboration and client engagement.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills for managing case files.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and dental insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO) and work-life balance initiatives.
• Professional development opportunities and room for career advancement.

This is an exciting opportunity for an attorney looking to join a thriving labor and employment practice within a dynamic law firm. If you have a passion for employment law and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, this role provides the perfect platform for professional growth.

Associates say that this Vault 20 law firm offers consistently substantive work across all levels of seniority and a collegial atmosphere. The prestigious firm, which has offices located across the country, provides valuable training and abundant mentorship opportunities to its associates, as well as a partner-track atmosphere that strives for high associate retention. Associates also praise the firm for its generous pro-bono and face-time policies.