Labor and Employment Associate Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm is seeking a Labor and Employment Associate Attorney for its Atlanta, GA location. The attorney will be responsible for handling a variety of employment matters on behalf of employers, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage and hour claims. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience and will be comfortable advising clients and representing them before the EEOC and federal and state courts.

Duties:

• Perform initial analysis and develop case strategy for employment matters.
• Prepare and respond to discovery requests in a timely manner.
• Take and defend depositions, draft motions, and attend hearings.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing advice and counseling on employment law issues.
• Negotiate settlements and resolutions on behalf of clients.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal memoranda as needed.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar of Georgia and in good standing to practice law.
• At least 2+ years of experience handling employment matters on behalf of employers.
• Strong critical thinking skills and a solid academic background.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook; experience with iManage and/or OneDrive is a plus.

Education:

Juris Doctor (.) degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.

Certifications:

Admission to the State Bar of Georgia.

Skills:

• Ability to negotiate, research, and communicate effectively.
• Comfortable speaking with clients in an advice and counseling role.
• Experience representing employers before the EEOC and federal and state courts.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive compensation.
• Opportunity for growth and advancement within the Firm.
• Speaking and writing opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Bar expenses paid by Firm.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans.
• 401K Plan.
• Company-provided life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
• Year-end bonuses and referral fee incentives.
• Regular firmwide socials and events.
• Employee Assistance Program.

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