Labor and Employment Associate

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Labor and Employment Associate with 2 to 4 years of employment defense experience to join its well-established practice in New York City. The candidate will engage in labor and employment litigation and provide strategic counsel to large employers on complex issues.

Duties

• Attend and conduct witness interviews.
• Handle case investigations.
• Draft position statements, pleadings, and litigation motions.
• Prepare critical personnel documents, such as employment and separation agreements.

Requirements

• 2 to 4 years of employment defense experience.
• Experience in litigation before courts, arbitrators, mediators, and government agencies.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ownership over cases and assignments.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Member of the New York State Bar.

Skills

• Intellectual curiosity and eagerness to deepen understanding of employment law.
• Ability to learn business development skills.
• Strong client communication and relationship management skills.

Benefits

• Remote and hybrid work arrangements.
• Annual discretionary bonus.
• Paid time off.
• Professional and client development allowance.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401k Profit Sharing Plan (employee-only contribution plan).
• Pre-tax transportation benefit.

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