What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate - Labor and Employment Attorney (Portland, ME) position at Bernstein Shur?
Job title: Associate Attorney
Location: Portland, ME
Practice Group: Labor and Employment
Terms: Full Time
About us:
Bernstein Shur Sawyer & Nelson is a New England-based law firm that advises clients across the U.S. and around the world.
About the role:
Associate Attorneys provide comprehensive legal services to clients as a developing attorney in partnership with the firm’s established shareholders. The ideal candidate will possess 4-5 years of work experience with a broad range of employment issues including workplace discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination. Litigation experience should include drafting pleadings, discovery, and motions. Experience taking and defending depositions, and conducting administrative hearings is a plus. Other responsibilities will include drafting workplace policies, conducting employee trainings, and providing day-to-day advice and counsel to employers.
Essential Functions:
- Research complex legal matters and provide sound advice.
- Draft, document, and otherwise author high quality written materials in support of client needs.
- Appear in various forums to represent clients, including but not limited to formal court appearances and administrative procedures.
- Collaborate with fellow attorneys and staff members within the office setting and through virtual connection.
- Appropriately assign support work to paralegals and legal assistants to further the needs of the clients.
- Present educational materials regarding latest developments within their area of expertise.
- Facilitate the development and learning of other associates, staff, and students, as applicable.
- Accurately and completely account for time spent supporting clients and the firm.
- Operate with autonomy while seeking support when necessary.
- Treat others with courtesy and respect at all times.
Required Qualifications:
- Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
- Maine Bar admission and maintenance of good standing in jurisdictions as required by the firm
- Demonstrated ability to critically think, write, research and communicate.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team.
Workplace Environment:
- Sit and stand for extended durations.
- Work within an office setting.
- Work with electronics (computer, phone, iPad)
- Lift, push, pull up to 25 lbs
Benefits Package:
- Hybrid work environment (at least three days in the office Wednesday anchor day)
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Group life and disability insurance
- Financial wellness program
- 401K employer match and profit sharing
- 3 weeks paid vacation starting on day 1
- Paid sick time
- 11 paid holidays
- 16 weeks paid parental leave
- Mobile data reimbursement
- Free parking
About Bernstein Shur
Our 100 award-winning attorneys and professionals are driven, dominant, and deliver results. The ideal candidate will have a growth mindset, strive to achieve the highest level of professional excellence, and thrive in an atmosphere that’s collaborative, authentic, and respectful. We have exceptionally high standards for everything we do, and we’re looking for high-energy candidates who want to make a big impact. We work together to continually raise the bar and put our clients’ interests first. In 2023, Bernstein Shur was named one of Maine’s Best Places to Work for the twelfth time. It’s a reflection of our values and firm-wide commitment to create a culture that believes in diversity, flexibility, and family-friendly policies. Simply put, we desire to do great work—and have great lives.
Bernstein Shur is an equal opportunity employer.
Please e-mail cover letter, resume and references to attorneyrecruiting@bernsteinshur.com
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