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Associate - Employment Litigation (mid-level)

Advocates Legal Recruiting
New York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/27/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Mid-Level Employment Litigation Associate (Hybrid - NJ / NY)

Location : Short Hills, NJ, or New York, NY

Are you an experienced labor and employment attorney seeking to take your career to the next level? Our AmLaw 100 client, a highly respected leader in the legal industry, is seeking a Mid-Level Employment Litigation Associate to join their thriving practice. This position is based in Short Hills, NJ, or New York, NY , with a hybrid work model that offers flexibility and work-life balance.

About the Opportunity :

As a member of this dynamic team, you will engage in high-level, impactful work, including :

  • Litigation Management : Handling class actions and single-plaintiff cases involving wage disputes, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, and more.
  • Counseling & Advisory : Providing day-to-day advice on employment matters such as restrictive covenants, employee mobility, compensation practices, commission plans, and leave / accommodation policies.
  • Transactional Work : Conducting employment due diligence and advising on employment aspects of corporate transactions, including drafting and negotiating employment and severance agreements.
  • Collaborative Environment : Working alongside leading attorneys in a supportive, collegial culture.

Qualifications :

The ideal candidate will possess :

  • 3-4 years of labor and employment law experience , including litigation, advice and counsel, and transactional work.
  • Strong knowledge of state and federal employment laws , particularly in wage and hour compliance, discrimination law, and administrative practice.
  • Demonstrated experience defending class and collective actions, advising diverse clients, and supporting complex corporate transactions.
  • Admitted to practice in New Jersey and / or New York .
  • Key competencies include strong analytical and writing skills, attention to detail, good business judgment, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Why Join This Firm?

  • Reputation for Excellence : Work for one of the legal industry's most recognized and innovative firms.
  • Growth Opportunities : Engage in challenging, meaningful work with access to top-tier mentorship and career development resources.
  • Flexibility : Enjoy a hybrid work model.
  • Competitive Benefits : The firm offers a highly competitive compensation package and benefits, including opportunities for advancement and professional growth.
  • How to Apply :

    Take the next step in your career and join a team that values bold ideas, collaborative problem-solving, and professional excellence. We invite you to apply if this opportunity aligns with your career goals. All applications are strictly confidential.

    This is your chance to work with some of the field's most respected practitioners and contribute to cutting-edge legal matters that make a difference. Apply today and start the next chapter of your legal journey.

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