This position is located in ourMelville, Long Island Office.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Litigate a broad range of employment-related claims including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, breach of contract, and employment torts.

• Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration.

• Advise employers regarding compliance with fair employment laws and related risk management.

Skills and Educational Requirements:

• JD from accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials

• 5+ years of experience, employment law background strongly preferred.

• Experience taking and defending depositions, preparing dispositive and non-dispositive motions, and arguing before state and federal courts.

• Current New York Bar admission or ability to obtain admission.

• Understanding of current 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

ForLong Island,the expected salary range for this position is between $215,000- $262,500. This position is also eligible for annual bonuses. Theactual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
• Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time
• Employee assistance program and other firm benefits