Sr. Associate Attorney - Labor and Employment

Min 3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Law Firm Seeking Sr. Associate Attorney for Labor and Employment Role in New York City

Are you passionate about fighting for the civil rights of workers? Do you have a background in civil litigation and a desire to work in a fast-paced, team-based environment? If so, Phillips & Associates, a premier law firm specializing in employment discrimination cases, is looking for a Sr. Associate Attorney to join our team in New York City.

As a Sr. Associate, you will have the opportunity to second chair on cases and work alongside top-notch litigators in the employment law field. This role also offers the chance to mentor and supervise junior associates, paralegals, and support staff, providing valuable guidance and fostering professional development.

Responsibilities include conducting legal research and analysis, communicating with clients, drafting legal documents, managing caseloads, preparing and conducting depositions, representing clients in court, and providing mentorship to team members. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of litigation or clerkship experience, strong writing and research skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to advocating for those who have been deprived of their legal rights in the workplace.

At Phillips & Associates, we value diversity and inclusivity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please email your cover letter, resume, and writing sample to our Operations Manager, Vanessa Keys. We offer a competitive salary, benefits including health, vision, and dental, and a retirement contribution matching program.

Position: Sr. Associate Attorney - Labor and Employment
Location: New York, NY
Salary Range: $120, to $160, annually
Requisition ID: 1133
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities:

- Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support cases
- Communicate with clients to gather information, provide updates, and answer legal questions
- Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and complaints
- Manage caseloads and maintain case files, calendars, and deadlines
- Prepare and conduct depositions, gather evidence, and manage the discovery process
- Represent clients in court proceedings, including trials and settlement conferences
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior associates, paralegals, and support staff
- Advocate for the civil rights of workers who have experienced discrimination

Qualifications:

- Minimum of 3 years of litigation or clerkship experience
- Strong legal writing, research, and analysis skills
- Excellent communication abilities
- Outstanding time management and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Collaborative and team-oriented approach to work
- Admitted to the New York Bar

Compensation and Benefits:

- Competitive salary based on experience and skills
- Health, vision, and dental benefits
- Retirement contribution matching program

About the Firm:

- Phillips & Associates is a premier law firm specializing in employment discrimination cases
- Selected as one of the “10 Best Employment & Labor Law Firms” in New York by the American Institute of Legal Counsel
- Equal opportunity employer promoting diversity and inclusivity in the workplace

To Apply:

- Please email your cover letter, resume, and writing sample to Operations Manager, Vanessa Keys.

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Health, vision, dental, retirement contribution

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Legal research, legal writing, case management, deposition, discovery, courtroom representation, mentorship, supervision

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Email cover letter, resume, and writing sample to Operations Manager, Vanessa Keys.

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