Litigation - Labor & Employment Attorney in Spring, TX

In-House

Spring, TX

Litigation - Labor & Employment Attorney in Spring, TX

Attorney

5-10 yrs required

No

Job Title: Labor and Employment Attorney

Job Responsibilities:
- Actively manage litigation matters and oversee litigation strategy, with a focus on employment and related business disputes.
- Advise business clients on potential litigation risks, strategies, and damages related to employment discrimination laws, employee benefits disputes, contracts, torts, non-compete/non-solicitation, and other legal and equitable remedies.
- Direct and oversee court filings and attend appearances in proceedings.
- Support and supervise outside counsel as necessary.
- Provide advice on the implications of new or existing employment laws that substantially impact the company.
- Offer legal analysis and counsel on employment matters, including issues involving Title VII, ADEA, ADA, FMLA, ERISA, and FLSA.
- Advise clients on conducting employment-related investigations and support investigations of discrimination charges filed with the EEOC.
- Prepare position statements on behalf of the company.
- Prepare and review presentations and other documents related to the aforementioned matters.

Education and Experience Information:
- Juris Doctor (.) from an accredited law school.
- Strong academic performance in college and law school, with a preference for candidates in the top third of their class.
- Licensed to practice law in at least one state, with a strong preference for Texas Bar membership.
- Minimum of five years of legal experience, predominantly in labor and employment law within a law firm, corporation, agency, or court/judicial clerkship.
- Minimum of three years of experience litigating labor and employment matters is strongly preferred.

Skills and Qualifications:
- Strong research and writing skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Reputation for high ethical standards and integrity.
- Strong analytical skills and sound business judgment.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of an integrated legal team.
- Ability to travel as needed.
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse, global law department.

Salary Information:
The salary information is not explicitly provided in the text. However, the benefits package includes a pension plan, a savings plan with company contributions, workplace flexibility options, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, and other wellness resources. The benefits are subject to change according to applicable law and company policies.