Labor & Employment Counsel Attorney (NY & DC)

LABOR & EMPLOYMENT COUNSEL ATTORNEY

Locations : Washington, DC | New York, NY

Our client, an international AmLaw 50 law firm, is seeking an experienced Counsel Attorney to join its nationally-recognized Labor & Employment Practice in DC or NY. This is an outstanding opportunity to provide strategic and high-level counsel on complex workplace issues while supporting a sophisticated litigation practice that serves leading employers across industries.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in the applicable jurisdiction, in good standing
• 6+ years of substantive experience in labor and employment law and / or complex litigation
• Strong knowledge of federal and state labor and employment laws
• Experience providing advice on workplace law issues, including wage and hour compliance, employee relations, risk mitigation, employment agreements, reductions in force, ADA and workplace accommodations, and employment-related policies
• Demonstrated excellence in legal research, writing, and analytical reasoning
• Proven ability to manage multiple matters and deliver practical, business-oriented solutions
• Commitment to collaboration, professionalism, and superior client service

Key Responsibilities

Why Join Us?

Joining us means joining a world-class Labor and Employment Practice Group at a prestigious law firm who has earned consistent recognition from The American Lawyer, Chambers & Partners, Vault, and other significant publications. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work on diverse and complex labor and employment matters for a wide variety of clients. You will join a dynamic team that values strategic thinking and high-quality work. The firm fosters a collaborative work environment where attorneys of all levels receive direct client engagement, hands‑on experience, and meaningful mentorship.

As a global law firm, our client provides an excellent platform for attorneys looking to expand their labor and employment law expertise beyond the limitations of national borders and perspectives.

Compensation & Benefits

Application Requirements

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

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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