Labor & Employment Associate Attorney - Houston

LABOR & EMPLOYMENT ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Location : Houston, TX

Our client, a premier  international   AmLaw 50 law   firm , is seeking a talented  Associate Attorney  to join its nationally-recognized  Labor & Employment Practice Group  in  Houston . This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated attorney to handle complex and high-stakes labor and employment litigation matters while working alongside some of the most respected practitioners in the field.

Candidate Profile

• JD  from a  top-tier law school  with an  excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission  in  Texas , in good standing
• 2 years  of substantive  labor and employment litigation  experience
• Experience with  temporary restraining order  and  temporary injunction proceedings ,  trade secret misappropriation , and  non-compete litigation
• Exposure to  wage and hour class action  and  single-plaintiff employment litigation
• Skilled in  discovery ,  motion practice , and  drafting pleadings ,  motions , and  other court filings
• Experience  preparing for trial  in both  state  and  federal  courts and participating in  settlement conferences  and  negotiations preferred
• Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships and contribute to business development initiatives
• Strong writing, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills required, with an exceptional work ethic and a team-oriented mindset

Key Responsibilities

Why Join Us?

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a  nationally-ranked Labor & Employment team  known for handling  cutting-edge litigation  and providing strategic counsel to  clients across industries . Attorneys in this practice enjoy early responsibility, direct client contact, and access to sophisticated matters in a collegial and supportive environment. The firm fosters professional growth through mentorship, robust training programs, and meaningful opportunities for client development and advancement.

Compensation & Benefits

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a  resume ,  law school transcript , and  writing sample  for consideration.