Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

2-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm in Atlanta, GA, seeks a highly skilled and motivated Employment Litigation Associate Attorney to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for defending and litigating various employment-related claims and agency charges, providing legal counsel to employers, and ensuring compliance with labor and employment laws.

Duties:

• 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 class/collective actions, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract disputes, employment torts, and non-compete cases.
• Provide expert advice and counsel to employers regarding labor and employment laws and regulations.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• Minimum of 3 years of litigation experience, with a strong background in employment law preferred.
• Active admission to the Georgia Bar or the ability to obtain admission promptly.
• Comprehensive understanding of current court procedures and employment-related agency protocols (both state and federal).

Skills:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.
• Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding organizational, time management, and project management skills.
• Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork, with the ability to work independently on various projects.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active admission to the Georgia Bar or the ability to obtain admission promptly.

Skills:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.
• Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding organizational, time management, and project management skills.
• Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork, with the ability to work independently on various projects.

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