Labor and Employment Associate

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Job Overview
A law firm seeks a dynamic Labor and Employment Associate to join its team in New York City, NY. The ideal candidate will have 3-4 years of experience in labor and employment law, with a focus on litigation and client counseling.

Duties

• Handle temporary restraining order and temporary injunction expedited relief proceedings.
• Manage trade secret misappropriation and noncompete litigation.
• Conduct wage and hour class action litigation.
• Participate in union negotiations and provide advice and counseling.
• Address OSHA matters and single plaintiff employment litigation.
• Engage in discovery, motion practice, and drafting of pleadings and court filings.
• Assist in trial preparation for state and federal courts.
• Participate in settlement conferences and negotiations.

Requirements

• Strong legal writing skills.
• Experience with discovery and motion practice.
• Demonstrated client relationship and business development skills.
• Ability to thrive in a busy, collegial environment.

Education

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active member in good standing of the Bar in the jurisdiction(s) where admitted to practice.
• Timely admission to the Bar of the hiring office's state required.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude.
• Exceptional work ethic.
• Top academic credentials.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement plan.
• Disability and Life insurance.
• Adoption Assistance.
• Backup Care for Dependents.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306