1-3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview:

A law firm is seeking a dedicated Employment Litigation Associate Attorney to join their team in Birmingham, AL. The successful candidate will be crucial in defending and litigating various employment-related claims, providing legal counsel to employers, and navigating complex labor and employment laws.

Job Details:

• Defend and litigate lawsuits encompassing a diverse range of employment-related claims and agency charges of discrimination.
• Represent employers in various legal settings, including court proceedings, administrative agencies, mediations, and arbitrations, focusing on handling class/collective actions and cases involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contracts, employment torts, and non-compete agreements.
• Offer advice and counsel to employers on various labor and employment laws and regulations.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• Minimum of 1 year of litigation experience, preferably with a background in employment law.
• Active admission to the Alabama Bar or the ability to obtain admission quickly; Mississippi Bar admission is also preferred.
• Familiarity with current court and employment-related agency procedures at both state and federal levels.

Skills:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid organizational, time management, and project management skills.
• Dedication to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork.
• Capacity to work independently on various projects.

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