Junior to Mid-level Labor and Employment Associate

Job Overview
A leading law firm is seeking a junior to midlevel associate with one to five years of large law firm experience to join its labor and employment practice in Miami. The ideal candidate will have a background in employment law, including experience with single and multi-plaintiff litigation in federal and state courts and arbitration. Experience in wage and hour disputes, discrimination cases, class-action lawsuits, briefing motions, and handling electronic discovery (ESI) is required.

Location

• Miami, Florida

Duties

• Handle single and multi-plaintiff litigation in federal and state courts and arbitration
• Work on wage and hour disputes, discrimination cases, and class-action lawsuits
• Draft, review, and file legal motions and briefs
• Manage electronic discovery (ESI) and ensure compliance with discovery rules
• Advise clients on employment law matters and provide strategic legal guidance
• Collaborate with senior associates and partners on various labor and employment matters
• Maintain client relationships and assist in business development efforts

Requirements

• 1-5 years of experience in a large law firm setting
• Experience in employment law, including litigation in federal and state courts
• Familiarity with class-action lawsuits and arbitration
• Experience with wage and hour disputes and discrimination cases
• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent legal writing, research, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines

Education

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

Certifications

• Active membership in the Florida State Bar (or eligibility to become a member)

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Proficient in handling electronic discovery (ESI)
• Ability to draft motions, briefs, and other legal documents
• Effective communication and client management skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with senior attorneys

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, 401(k), and other financial benefits
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave
• Opportunities for career development and growth within the firm

This large law firm opened with a labor and leveraged-leasing practice and quickly built a substantial corporate and litigation practice. Today, the firm focuses its practice on business and finance, investment management, litigation, labor and employment, real estate and environmental issues. Attorneys at the firm enjoy a faily casual, though conservative, environment where partners tend to be collegial and offer excellent formal and informal training programs. In addition to recieving fair market salaries, associates at the firm have the opportunity to participate in award winning pro bono work.