Labor & Employment Associate Attorney - Houston

Job Description

Job Description

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