Employment Litigation Associate

Jackson Lewis P.C.

$88K — $105K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • JD from an ABA accredited law school with strong academic credentials
  • 3+ years of litigation experience, ideally in employment law
  • Active NM bar admission or ability to obtain it quickly
  • Familiarity with state and federal court and agency procedures
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Meticulous attention to detail and dedication to quality
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

Responsibilities

  • Defend and litigate a variety of employment-related lawsuits
  • Represent employers in court, mediations, and arbitrations
  • Provide legal advice on labor and employment laws
  • Handle class actions and disputes related to discrimination and harassment
  • Assist employers with contract and employment tort issues

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment combining in-office and remote work
  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative team
  • Access to continuous professional development and training
  • Engagement in diverse cases spanning a range of employment issues
Full Job Description
This position will sit in our Albuquerque, NM location. Duties and Responsibilities: • Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims and agency charges of discrimination. • Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration in employment matters, including class/collective actions and discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases. • Provide advice and counsel to employers on a wide range of labor and employment laws and regulations. Skills and Educational Requirements: • JD from an ABA accredited law school and excellent academic credentials. • 3+ years of litigation experience, employment law background preferred. • Active NM bar admission or ability to obtain admission quickly. • Understanding of current court and employment-related agency (state and federal) procedures. • Excellent written and oral communication skills. • Attention to detail and commitment to excellence. • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. • Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills. • Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork, along with ability to work independently on various projects. #LI-Hybrid

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