What are the responsibilities and job description for the Labor & Employment Associate (Attorney) position at Oak Ridge Legal Search?
We are working with an Am Law 200 firm, seeking a mid- to senior-level Labor and Employment Associate to join their Hartford or Stamford office.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of experience providing multi-state employment counseling to business leaders; conducting employment diligence; advising on employment aspects of corporate transactions; defending employment cases, including investigating claims, taking and defending depositions, managing the discovery process, preparing and arguing motions, including discovery, dispositive, and other motions in state and federal court; representing clients in administrative proceedings; and reviewing, advising and drafting multi-state workplace policies, employee handbooks, and related materials. Candidates must be able to manage multiple litigation and client projects efficiently and effectively and should have a demonstrated interest in building a labor and employment practice. CT Bar admission is required. Graduation from law school and practice experience required.
In addition to a competitive salary, the firm offers a bonus program, a comprehensive benefits package, a 401(k) plan, a hybrid work schedule, a collaborative and collegial environment, and other great perks. In the latest Vault rankings, they ranked in the Top 10 for diversity, the Top 20 for Wellness, Technology & Innovation, and Transparency, and in the Top 25 for Firm Culture. They are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and have achieved Mansfield Rule Certified Plus status.
If you would like to be considered please provide a resume, law school transcript, and two writing samples (preferably briefs not edited by others). All applications are confidential and NOT shared with employers without the candidate's permission.
Oak Ridge Legal Search and the clients we work with are equal opportunity employers and provide equal opportunity to qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class in accordance with all applicable laws. If a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.
