Qualifications

• At least 7 years of experience in employment law with a focus on wage and hour disputes and arbitration matters.
• Proven leadership skills with experience supervising legal teams and mentoring junior attorneys.
• Expertise in managing high-volume arbitration cases from start to finish.
• In-depth knowledge of arbitration processes, particularly with JAMS.
• Strong legal writing, oral advocacy, and negotiation capabilities.
• Highly organized and able to manage performance efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative and proactive mindset with a commitment to innovation.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee a legal team managing large caseloads of wage and hour arbitration matters.
• Provide supervision throughout all arbitration stages, including strategy and preparation.
• Review legal documentation to maintain high standards for arbitration filings and agreements.
• Mentor junior attorneys and promote best practices in high-volume arbitration contexts.
• Design and enhance internal processes and systems for efficiency in managing arbitration dockets.
• Coordinate with other departments for seamless case progression and preparedness.
• Ensure compliance with arbitration procedural rules, especially in mass arbitration.
• Contribute to case strategies for complex matters and represent the firm during proceedings.
• Provide regular performance updates and case metrics to leadership.

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead a dynamic legal team in a growing division.
• Mentorship role with a focus on professional development for junior attorneys.
• Engagement in strategic decision-making regarding complex arbitration matters.
• Collaborative work environment that values innovation and efficiency.
• Potential to influence internal processes and systems for case management.