Employment Attorney

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Washington, DC, United States

Employment Attorney

Attorney

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3-20 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm seeks a passionate Employment Attorney who is committed to social justice and has a genuine interest in employment law. This role offers the opportunity to work on a broad range of employment-related legal matters in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. With over 40 years of experience, the firm is dedicated to advocating for employees' rights and handling complex workplace issues. This position provides a hybrid work schedule, a great work-life balance, and the chance to be mentored by experienced partners.

Duties

  • Handle cases involving federal sector EEO, MSPB, sexual harassment, discrimination, retaliation, employee discipline, whistleblower issues, and employment contracts.
  • Manage all aspects of legal processes, including negotiations, discovery, motions, hearings, and trials.
  • Collaborate directly with clients and fellow attorneys to ensure successful case outcomes.
  • Engage in client development work, including fostering new and existing client relationships.

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of litigation experience.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong research and legal writing skills.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.

Bonus Experience

  • Prior experience in employment litigation.
  • Familiarity with NetDocuments.
  • Published legal work or articles.
  • Completion of a judicial clerkship.

Education

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

  • Active law license in good standing.

Skills

  • Expertise in federal employment law and litigation.
  • Strong negotiation, litigation, and trial skills.
  • Ability to conduct thorough legal research and draft high-quality legal documents.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills for client and team collaboration.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple cases and meet deadlines.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule: 2 days remote and 3 days in-office.
  • Growing paid time off policy (10 vacation days in year 1, 15 days in year 2) plus 10 paid sick days and 12 firm-observed holidays.
  • Fully paid health, vision, and dental insurance for the employee, spouse/domestic partner, and children.
  • Annual performance-based bonuses.
  • Fully paid long-term disability and optional self-paid short-term disability.
  • Fully paid life insurance with optional self-paid supplemental life insurance.
  • Paid cell phone service.
  • Matching 401K and profit-sharing plan after eligibility.
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) matching once eligible.
  • Pre-tax WMATA benefits.
  • Paid bar memberships and Continuing Legal Education (CLEs).
  • Monthly team luncheons for firm cohesion and professional development.

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