Labor and Employment Litigation Associate

2-4 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Title: Labor and Employment Litigation Associate - Philadelphia or New Jersey

Salary Information: Competitive salary based on experience

Experience: Two to four years in labor and employment law

Location: Philadelphia or New Jersey

Department: Labor and Employment Practice Group of the Litigation Department

Law Firm: Ballard Spahr LLP

About the Position:

- Seeking an attorney with experience in labor and employment law
- Join the Labor and Employment Practice Group in the Litigation Department
- Experience with employment litigation, administrative practice, and advice and counseling required
- Experience in traditional labor matters and transactional matters a plus
- Opportunity for professional growth in a top-rated Labor and Employment practice
- required
- Superior academic credentials and strong communication skills required

About the Firm:

- Ballard Spahr LLP is a more than 600 lawyer firm with 15 offices across the .
- Committed to diversity in the workplace and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply
- Committed to increasing diversity in the legal profession and supporting the communities where they work
- People from all backgrounds are valued and integrated into every part of the firm
- Diverse candidates including women, people of color, LGBTQAI+ individuals, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities:

- Represent clients in all types of complex litigation in local, state, and federal courts
- Handle employment litigation in state and federal courts
- Practice before local, state, and federal agencies
- Provide advice and counseling to clients
- Handle traditional labor matters such as arbitrations, negotiations, and unfair labor practice charges
- Handle transactional matters involving labor and employment issues

Requirements:

- Two to four years of experience in labor and employment law
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- Superior academic credentials
- Strong communication skills

Benefits:

- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and more
- Opportunity for professional growth and development
- Collegial and diverse work environment

At Ballard Spahr LLP, we are committed to diversity and inclusion, both in our workplace and in the legal profession. We value and integrate people from all backgrounds into every aspect of our firm. We encourage diverse candidates to apply, including women, people of color, LGBTQAI+ individuals, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Join our team and be a part of one of the top-rated Labor and Employment practices in the region. Apply now!

Not applicable

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program

Not specified

Employment Litigation, Administrative Practice, Traditional Labor Matters, Labor Arbitrations, Negotiations, Unfair Labor Practice Charges, Transactional Matters, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Communication

Law degree from an accredited law school

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript through our online application system.

Qualification and Experience Active bar licenses in PA and NJ

Legal