Labor and Employment Attorney (Raleigh)

Job Description

Job Description

Labor, Employment & Workplace Safety Associate

Location : Raleigh, NC (Remote flexibility for CA-barred attorneys)

Salary : $200,000-$275,000 + Bonus & Full Benefits

Direct Counsel is representing an AmLaw 100 firm seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join its Labor, Employment & Workplace Safety (LEWS) practice in the firm’s Raleigh office . This is an outstanding opportunity to join a top-tier practice and work on a broad range of high-level employment litigation and advisory matters.

Key Responsibilities :

Handle complex employment litigation , including :

Wage & hour class actions

PAGA claims

Single-plaintiff discrimination, harassment, and retaliation cases

Draft and review employment documents such as :

Offer letters, employment and separation agreements

Handbooks and workplace policies

Advise on labor and employment issues in the context of corporate transactions , including mergers and acquisitions

Optional : Support traditional labor relations matters (experience a plus, not required)

Engage directly with clients and work collaboratively with senior attorneys on case strategy and management

Requirements :

3-6 years of relevant employment litigation experience

Active North Carolina Bar membership (remote candidates within California or willing to relocate will be considered)

Exceptional legal research, writing, and advocacy skills

Strong academic credentials from an accredited law school

Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and in a team setting

Commitment to providing top-tier client service in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Why Apply :

Work with a nationally recognized LEWS practice within a prestigious Amlaw 100 firm

Receive active mentorship from leaders in the field and take on significant responsibility and client interaction

Gain experience across litigation, counseling, and transactional work

Highly competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

Supportive and inclusive firm culture that fosters long-term career development