LABOR & EMPLOYMENT ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
Location : New York, NY
HYBRID (4 days / week in-office)
Our client, a prominent AmLaw 100 international law firm , is seeking a talented junior to mid-level Associate Attorney to join their premier Labor & Employment Group in New York . This role offers the opportunity to represent a dynamic client base in complex labor and employment (L&E) litigation and handle sophisticated transactional employment work.
Candidate Profile
- JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
- Active Bar Admission in New York , in good standing ( NJ / PA / CT bar admissions a plus)
- 2–5 years of substantive employment litigation experience
- Background in advising clients on employment-related aspects of transactions
- Demonstrated experience drafting key legal documents , handling discovery , depositions , motions , pleadings , and trial preparation
- Highly proficient in prioritization and able to manage multiple assignments simultaneously
- Strong legal writing and negotiation skills, along with a high sense of urgency
- Ability to work efficiently within a team-focused, high-performance environment
- Commitment to delivering exceptional client service and maintaining strong professional relationships
Key Responsibilities
Manage employment litigation matters from inception through resolutionConduct due diligence review, handle discovery and depositions , and contribute to trial preparationDraft pleadings , motions , briefs , and other litigation-related documentsAdvise clients on transactional employment mattersCollaborate with partners and senior attorneys to develop litigation strategyMaintain clear, client-ready communication and deliver practical guidanceBalance competing priorities in a fast-paced practiceWhy Join Us?
This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute meaningfully to one of the nation’s most sophisticated Labor and Employment practices . Attorneys in this group enjoy early responsibility, high-level client engagement, and exposure to cutting-edge employment issues related to litigation and transactions . The practice is known for its deep subject-matter expertise and innovative strategies , providing associates with an excellent platform to develop their practice.
With the firm's collegial culture , commitment to excellence , and investment in attorneys' long-term professional growth , this role is ideal for a driven associate looking to take their labor & employment practice to the next level and make an impact on the future of this legal field.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive Salary : Expected annual base salary range is $225,000-$295,000 , as determined by experience and market factorsBonus EligibilityComprehensive Benefits Package : Includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid parental leave; commuter benefits; employee assistance programs; paid time off; emergency childcare; 401(k) / retirement plans; and additional firm-sponsored perksApplication Requirements
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter , resume , law school transcript , and a writing sample for consideration.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer .
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