Employment Law - General Attorney / Litigation - Labor & Employment Attorney in New York City, NY

Law Firm

New York City, NY

Employment Law - General Attorney / Litigation - Labor & Employment Attorney in New York City, NY

Attorney

Min 8 yrs required

No

Senior Employment Attorney (NJ or NY) - Remote/Hybrid Opportunity

DLA Piper - Short Hills, NJ and/or New York, NY

Full-Time Position (Posted Today)

Job Requisition ID: R2025-674

Law Firm Seeking Non-Partnership Track Senior Employment Attorney

Education and Experience:

- JD degree from an accredited law school
- Admitted to practice law in New Jersey and/or New York
- Minimum 8 years of experience in labor and employment law
- Strong knowledge of state and federal employment laws
- Experience in litigation, advice and counsel, and transactional work
- Experience in defending class and collective actions

Responsibilities:

- Manage litigation and legal research for class action and single plaintiff cases
- Handle employment law advice and counsel matters
- Draft and negotiate employment, termination/severance, and related agreements
- Conduct employment due diligence and advise on employment aspects of corporate transactions
- Provide advice on restrictive covenants, employee mobility, compensation practices, and employee policies/training
- Handle leave of absence/accommodations (FMLA, ADA) issues

Job Competencies & Desired Skills:

- Strong analytical and writing skills
- Attention to detail
- Good business judgment
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently
- Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
- Research and problem-solving skills
- Conceptual thinking
- Ability to influence others
- Persuasive communication
- Management skills

General & Essential Job Expectations:

- Effectively communicate with clients, colleagues, and third parties
- Produce quality work product in a timely manner
- Meet deadlines and expectations
- Foster positive work relationships
- Comply with firm policies and practices
- Engage in both physical and sedentary activity
- Embrace and uphold firm values

Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Other Requirements:

- Sedentary work, primarily involving sitting
- Some in-office expectations
- Some travel required

Application Process:

- Apply online through the firm’s website
- Direct applicants only
- Accommodations available upon request

Search Firms:

- All candidates must be submitted through the firm’s agency portal
- Blind candidate profiles may be sent to

Pay Transparency:

- Expected annual pay range of $250,000 - $300,000 for New York and/or New Jersey
- Compensation dependent on various factors
- Comprehensive benefits package offered

Equal Opportunity Employer:

- DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.