Labor And Employment Attorney

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Columbus, OH

Labor And Employment Attorney

Attorney

3-14 yrs required

No

Job Overview

A law firm in Columbus, OH, seeks a highly skilled and experienced Labor and Employment Attorney with 6-9 years of expertise. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in advising clients on various labor and employment law matters, including compliance, litigation, and policy development. The position requires a proactive, solutions-oriented approach, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team of attorneys.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Client Advisory:
  • Provide expert advice on employment and labor law compliance, policies, and best practices.
  • Counsel clients on preparing and enforcing employment contracts, restrictive covenants, and other agreements.
• Litigation:
  • Led and managed litigation cases before the Ohio Civil Rights Commission, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and the Department of Labor.
  • Represent employers in the enforcement and defense of restrictive covenants.
  • Handle cases related to employment discrimination (Title VII, ADEA, ADA), FMLA, whistleblower litigation, wage and hour issues, and other employment disputes.
• Policy Development and Compliance:
  • Draft and review employment policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
  • Advise on affirmative action compliance, OSHA, COBRA, ERISA, and other labor-related matters.
• Contracts and Agreements:
  • Prepare and negotiate separation agreements, employment contracts, and restrictive covenants.
  • Guide breach of contract issues and termination counseling.
• Collaboration and Project Management:
  • Work closely with multiple attorneys on various assignments, demonstrating strong project management skills.
  • Collaborate effectively with the legal team to deliver comprehensive legal solutions to clients.
• Research and Legal Analysis:
  • Conduct thorough legal research on complex labor and employment issues.
  • Stay updated on evolving laws and regulations impacting clients.

Requirements

• 6-9 years of experience advising clients on labor and employment law matters.
• Significant litigation experience, particularly before state and federal agencies.
• Proven track record representing employers in restrictive covenant enforcement and defense.
• Extensive knowledge of labor and employment issues, including employment discrimination, FMLA, affirmative action compliance, OSHA, COBRA, and ERISA.
• Experience drafting and reviewing employment policies and agreements.

Education and Certifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in the state of Ohio.
• Strong academic credentials.

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Outstanding project management abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail, highly organized and efficient work style.
• Ability to work independently while also thriving in a collaborative team environment.
• Robust legal research skills.
• Forward-thinking and solutions-oriented mindset.
• Commitment to representing the firm with integrity and professionalism.

Location

• Columbus, OH