Sr. Associate Attorney - Labor and Employment

Min 3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Law Firm Seeking Sr. Associate Attorney for Labor and Employment Department in Princeton, NJ - Salary $120, to $160, Annually

The law firm of Phillips & Associates is seeking a highly motivated Sr. Associate Attorney to join our team in Princeton, NJ. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of litigation or clerkship experience, and a commitment to advocating for the civil rights of workers. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package, including health, vision, dental, and retirement contributions.

Responsibilities:

- Conduct thorough legal research and analysis of statutes, regulations, and case law
- Communicate with clients to gather information, provide updates, and answer legal questions
- Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and complaints
- Manage caseloads and deadlines, including organizing and maintaining case files and calendars
- Prepare and conduct depositions, 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

Qualifications:

- Minimum of 3 years of litigation or clerkship experience
- Strong legal writing, research, and analysis skills
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Exceptional time management and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and handle a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
- Collaborative and collegial approach to work
- Admitted to the New York Bar

The Firm:

Phillips & Associates is a leading law firm in employment discrimination cases, representing plaintiffs in cases of sexual and racial harassment, pregnancy discrimination, and disability discrimination. Our attorneys have been recognized for their excellence in employment law, and we are dedicated to advocating for the rights of workers.

To Apply:

If you are interested in joining our team, please email a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to the Operations Manager, Vanessa Keys. Phillips & Associates is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

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Health, vision and dental, employer matching retirement contribution

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Legal research and analysis, client communication, drafting legal documents, case management, depositions and discovery, courtroom representation, mentorship and supervision

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

Qualification and Experience Minimum of 3 years of litigation or clerkship experience, admitted to the New York Bar

Legal