Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

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A law firm is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate Attorney with the following responsibilities, requirements, and qualifications:

Job Overview: The Employment Litigation Associate Attorney will be responsible for defending and litigating lawsuits about various employment-related claims and agency charges of discrimination. The role involves representing employers in different legal settings, including courtrooms, administrative agencies, mediations, and arbitrations.

Duties:

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims and agency charges of discrimination
• Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration in employment matters
• Handle class/collective actions and cases involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract disputes, employment torts, and non-compete agreements

Requirements:

• JD from an accredited law school
• Excellent academic credentials
• 3+ years of experience, with a strong background in employment law preferred
• Current New York Bar admission or ability to obtain admission
• Understanding of current agency procedures at both state and federal levels

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with class action litigation
• Previous involvement in higher education-related cases

Skills:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
• Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork while also possessing the ability to work independently on various projects

Education and Certifications:

• JD from an accredited law school
• Current New York Bar admission or ability to obtain admission

Location: New York City, NY

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