Description:
About Us:Labor & Employment (Employee-Side, Plaintiff)
Location: Largely Remote – Virginia Bar Admission Required
We are a dynamic and dedicated labor and employment law firm representing employees in a wide range of workplace matters. Our practice is committed to advancing employee rights and advocating for fair and just treatment in the workplace. We pride ourselves on our collaborative, supportive culture and mission-driven work.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Associate Attorney to join our team. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of labor and employment litigation experience and must be admitted to the Virginia State Bar. This is a largely remote position, though occasional in-person meetings, hearings, or court appearances in Virginia may be required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Represent employees in all aspects of labor and employment matters, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour, wrongful termination, and related claims.
- Manage all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, hearings, and trials.
- Provide thoughtful and strategic legal advice to clients.
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents with precision and clarity.
- Collaborate with colleagues on complex cases and contribute to firm-wide initiatives.
- Participate in settlement negotiations and mediations.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the Virginia State Bar (required).
- 5+ years of experience practicing labor and employment law, with significant litigation experience on the plaintiff/employee side strongly preferred.
- Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
- Ability to work independently while also thriving in a collaborative team environment.
- Commitment to the firm's mission of advancing and protecting employee rights.
What we offer:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Flexible, largely remote work environment.
- Health and retirement benefits.
- Professional development opportunities.
- The chance to do meaningful, mission-driven work that makes a difference in employees' lives.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
admission to Virginia State Bar (Required)
