What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employment Attorney position at Bighorn Law?
My employment law firm is looking to add another attorney and actively advise and represent clients in pre-litigation, litigation, and arbitration matters.My firm is seeking to hire an attorney to manage an active caseload of employment law matters. Most of the firm's work is for employees / plaintiffs while also advising, counseling, and representing businesses and defendants. Typical cases often involve wages, discrimination, harassment, restrictive covenants, and retaliation. The position will involve significant client interaction, legal research, drafting, taking and defending depositions, handling hearings and mediations, and participating in trial preparation and trials. The ideal attorney will be self-motivated, organized, efficient, personable, an effective communicator, and comfortable working in a small office environment.The firm's office is in Coral Gables, close to Merrick Park, and has covered parking. It is nicely appointed, quiet, and clean and provides a professional work environment. We use Mac computers and work in a paperless office. This position is for you if you want to join a successful team with a great reputation to use your skills and learn new ones.Responsibilities Conduct legal research and analysis to support employment litigation casesDraft legal documents, including complaints, motions, and briefsRepresent clients in court hearings, depositions, and mediationsInteract with clients on employment law mattersManage caseload and deadlines efficiently to ensure timely resolution of casesAppear in state and federal court proceedingsQualifications Must be a member of The Florida Bar in good standingSuccessful completion of accredited law school with Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree with 2 years of related experienceWorked in a law firm as an attorney for at least a yearExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to prioritize, manage multiple cases, and meet deadlinesProficient with Mac computers, MS Word / Excel, Adobe, Slack / Teams, Zoom, and case management softwareRelentless drive for legal researchBilingual (English and Spanish) helpfulCompensation $90,000 - Based on ExperienceAbout FairLaw Firm FairLaw Firm is an established boutique employment law firm in Coral Gables, Florida that handles cases in Florida state and federal courts and arbitrations. The Firm represents employees and employers in wage, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and other employment litigation and counseling matters. In addition, the Firm represents employers in investigations conducted by the Department of Labor, EEOC, and other administrative agencies.Employees at the firm enjoy a cordial, fast-paced work environment, a beautiful office in a great location, a casual setting, PTO, health insurance, and other benefits.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary : $90,000
