Employment amp Labor Attorney

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Job Overview:

A prominent law firm is seeking an Employment & Labor Attorney with 1-2 years of experience to join its fast-paced Employment and Labor practice group in Washington, D.C. office. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in employment counseling, particularly in statutory and regulatory compliance, executive employment and separation agreements, and the employment aspects of M&A transactions. Some experience in litigation or affirmative action plans is also a plus. This position offers the opportunity to work with a dynamic team in a high-energy environment.

Location:

• Washington, D.C.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel on statutory and regulatory compliance in employment law.
• Assist with executive employment agreements, separation agreements, and related matters.
• Advise clients on the employment aspects of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions.
• Support employment litigation matters as needed.
• Work on affirmative action plans and compliance issues (if applicable).
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal documents and memoranda.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on various employment-related matters.
• Attend client meetings and provide guidance on employment law issues.

Requirements:

• 1-2 years of experience in employment counseling.
• Experience with statutory and regulatory compliance, executive agreements, and employment law aspects of M&A transactions.
• Some litigation or affirmative action plan experience preferred.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active bar membership in the jurisdiction where the candidate will be practicing (D.C. or Virginia preferred).

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of employment law and related regulations.
• Strong experience with employment counseling, including executive agreements and M&A.
• Litigation experience (preferred but not required).
• Ability to draft legal documents and provide strategic legal advice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.

Benefits:

• Full range of elective benefits, including:
• • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Health Savings Account (with applicable medical plan).
  • Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits.
  • Life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage.
  • Backup care for children and adults, and parental support benefits.
• Firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short-term medical benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation per year.
• Two weeks of sick leave per year.
• Ten paid holidays per year.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Detailed benefits orientation for new employees.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1629 K ST NW, Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20006
Phone : (202) 955-5585
Fax : (213) 895-7306