Senior-Level Employment Litigation Associate

Min 5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Law Firm Seeking Senior-Level Employment Litigation Associate in Columbia Office

Fisher Phillips, a well-respected law firm in Columbia, is looking for a senior-level employment litigation associate with at least 5 years of experience. The ideal candidate should have experience in wage and hour litigation, traditional labor, or general employment litigation. This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to join a dynamic and fast-paced team in a well-established firm.

Job Title: Senior-Level Employment Litigation Associate
Department: Labor and Employment
Location: Columbia, South Carolina
Experience: Minimum 5 years

Job Description:

- Seeking a senior-level employment litigation associate with at least 5 years of experience
- Must have experience in wage and hour litigation, traditional labor, or general employment litigation
- Responsibilities include drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings, drafting and arguing motions, and taking and defending depositions
- Must have excellent academic credentials, strong writing and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects
- Successful candidate should be a self-starter and able to work independently and as part of a team
- Must be admitted in South Carolina or have sufficient UBE scores to be admitted

Responsibilities:

- Draft and respond to discovery and initial pleadings
- Draft and argue motions
- Take and defend depositions
- Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications:

- Minimum 5 years of experience in employment litigation
- Experience in wage and hour litigation, traditional labor, or general employment litigation
- Excellent academic credentials
- Strong writing and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Must be admitted in South Carolina or have sufficient UBE scores to be admitted

Benefits:

- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Generous paid time off and paid parental leave
- 401(k) and profit sharing options
- Life insurance, long-term disability, and employee assistance program
- Optional benefits such as critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, student loan refinancing, life insurance for dependents, and pet insurance

Application Deadline: August 30, 2024
Date Posted: January 30, 2024

How to Apply:

If you have at least 5 years of experience in employment litigation and are interested in joining a well-respected law firm in Columbia, we invite you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application system. We are not accepting resumes from search firms for this position.

About Fisher Phillips:

Fisher Phillips is a leading national law firm with over 400 attorneys specializing in labor and employment law. Our firm is dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to employers of all sizes across a wide range of industries. We have offices in 34 cities throughout the United States, including our Columbia office.

We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. We believe that diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives strengthens our firm and helps us better serve our clients. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

If you are a senior-level employment litigation associate with a minimum of 5 years of experience and are looking for a new opportunity in a well-respected law firm, we encourage you to apply. Join our team at Fisher Phillips and be a part of a dynamic and diverse workplace where your talents and skills will be valued and appreciated. Apply now and take the next step in your career.

we are not accepting resumes from search firms for this position

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