Description:
Overview:A Leading Litigation Law Firm, an AV-rated® firm designated one of the “Best Companies to Work For” among U.S. law firms by U.S. News & World Report, is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate with a minimum of 2 years of experience for its Woodbury, Long Island office. The candidate would be joining a growing, dynamic firm with more than 200 attorneys nationwide.
A Leading Litigation Law Firm provides a friendly, respectful and intellectual work environment. Our attorneys consistently earn accolades for excellent lawyering and client service. We are a diverse and progressive law firm, offering growth, leadership and educational opportunities to all of our team members.
Qualifications:
- JD from an ABA accredited Law School.
- Admission to practice law in NY.
- A minimum of 2 years of employment litigation experience including discrimination, harassment, wage & hour and employment contract cases.
- Familiarity with federal and state employment statutes.
- Experience developing strategy, drafting pleadings, taking/defending depositions, arguing motions and the capability of working independently.
- Experience providing advice and counsel on workplace law issues, including employee relations, mitigation of risk, ADA and other workplace accommodation, employment agreements, reductions-in-force, and employment-related policies is also beneficial.
- Strong academic credentials and have excellent oral and written communication skills.
