Federal Court Litigator

3-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

# Federal Court Litigator

Phillips & Associates is seeking an experienced attorney with federal court experience to join our team as a Federal Court Litigator. This position is a managerial position that will take the lead on labor & employment and sexual abuse cases.

## Job Description

Phillips & Associates is one of the largest employment and labor firms in the field of sexual harassment and discrimination in the New York Metropolitan tristate area. We are currently representing victims of sexual abuse and discrimination in New York , Long Island, Westchester, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Florida. We have over thirty attorneys who are adept to handle high profile sexual harassment cases as well as all types of sexual assault, discrimination and wage & hour cases.

The primary responsibilities of the Federal Court Litigator include:

- Communicating effectively with potential clients in order to recognize a case during the intake process
- Managing a robust caseload of employment discrimination cases, primarily focused on single plaintiff sexual harassment, race, gender, age, pregnancy and disability discrimination claims.
- Conducting thorough legal research and analysis to develop case strategies, identify key legal arguments, and assess potential outcomes.
- Drafting, reviewing, and filing legal documents, including complaints, discovery demands/responses motions, briefs, and
- Conducting depositions, witness interviews, and client consultations to gather evidence and build a strong case.
- Representing clients in negotiations, mediations, settlement conferences, and court proceedings.
- Providing legal advice and guidance to clients throughout the litigation process, keeping clients informed about case progress and potential outcomes.
- Collaborating with other attorneys and legal professionals within the firm to leverage collective expertise and resources.

## Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

- Three to five years+ of federal litigation experience in one or more of the following
- A knowledge of federal practice
- The ability to hit the ground running handling a large caseload immediately.
- Firsthand experience in all aspects of lawsuits from initial intake through settlement and/or trial.
- Demonstrated interest and skill in legal writing, research, and analysis.
- An ability to speak clearly, effectively, and persuasively
- Outstanding time management and organizational skills, with careful attention to detail
- A demonstrated ability to perform well independently and with grace under pressure in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
- A collaborative and collegial approach to work, and an ability and desire to work and learn in a team-based environment.
- A commitment to advocating on behalf of those who have been deprived of their legal rights on the job
- Admitted to the New York Bar

## Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time exempt position with competitive salary commensurate with experience and skills. Benefits include health, vision and dental, and an employer matching retirement contribution. Compensation 100k - 200k with commission and bonus eligibility.

## About Phillips & Associates

Phillips & Associates was selected as one of the “10 Best Employment & Labor Law Firms” in New York” by the American Institute of Legal Counsel. Additionally, many of our attorneys have achieved “best of” status in employment law. We only represent plaintiffs, not employers or management.

Phillips & Associates is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. Phillips & Associates encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status.

If you are an experienced and motivated Federal Court Litigator looking to join a highly respected law firm, please apply today!

Health, Vision, Dental, Employer Matching Retirement Contribution

Communicating, Legal Research, Analysis, Drafting, Reviewing, Filing Legal Documents, Depositions, Witness Interviews, Client Consultations, Representing Clients in Negotiations, Mediations, Settlement Conferences, Court Proceedings, Legal Advice, Guidance, Time Management, Organizational Skills, Legal Writing, Research, Speaking

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to

Qualification and Experience Three to five years+ of federal litigation experience in one or more of the following, Knowledge of federal practice, Admitted to the New York Bar

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