Employment Associate Attorney New Orleans, LA

A distinguished full-service law firm client of ours is seeking an Employment Associate Attorney to join its New Orleans office. This role focuses on representing employers in a broad range of labor and employment matters, with a strong emphasis on employment litigation. Responsibilities include handling claims involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour disputes, and other workplace-related issues before state and federal courts, as well as administrative agencies.

The ideal candidate will have:

• 2-5 years of dedicated experience in employment litigation
• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws
• Excellent analytical, research, and writing skills
• The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently and effectively

Must be licensed in the state of Louisiana

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.