Labor amp Employment Associate

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Job Overview: A reputable law firm is seeking an associate attorney with 2-5 years of experience in labor and employment or litigation law to join its practice. The role will involve handling a variety of labor and employment issues, including traditional labor/union matters, collective bargaining, discrimination laws, wage and hour law, and other employment-related legal areas. 

Location:

• Syracuse, NY

Duties:

• Perform research on labor and employment matters.
• Draft employee handbooks, policies, and position statements.
• Respond to administrative charges from agencies like the EEOC, NY State Division of Human Rights, and CT Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities.
• Communicate with clients to gather information for position statements.
• Draft motions for federal and state courts.
• Respond to discovery requests.
• Prepare deposition outlines, exhibits, and witnesses, with involvement in first and second chair depositions.
• Assist partners with preparations for mediations, arbitrations, oral arguments, hearings, fact-finding conferences, and trials.
• Serve as second chair in mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials, and first chair when appropriate.
• Meet the firm’s minimum billable hour requirement of 1,800 hours annually.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of experience in labor and employment or litigation law.
• Admission to the New York State Bar (required).
• Admission to the Connecticut Bar or ability to waive in (preferred).
• Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing of the bar.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload.
• Quick to absorb, process, and understand new information.
• High standards of performance, responsibility, and dedication.
• Professional, cooperative, positive, and flexible attitude.
• Ability to work with diverse personalities and levels within the organization.
• Military experience is welcome.

Education:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar (required).
• Admission to the Connecticut Bar (preferred).

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of labor and employment law and related regulations.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage complex legal issues and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting.
• High organizational and multitasking capabilities.
• Ability to quickly adapt and learn in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

• Hybrid remote work opportunity.

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