Labor & Employment Associate

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Phoenix, AZ

Labor & Employment Associate

Attorney

1-3 yrs required

No

A law firm seeks a Labor & Employment Associate to join its Phoenix, AZ team in a full-time, on-site capacity. This role emphasizes hands‐on litigation within employment law, including class actions and restrictive covenant disputes. The ideal candidate will have a passion for trial work and a strong foundation in federal and state employment statutes.

Duties

• Manage all facets of employment litigation, from case inception through trial, including drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs

• Conduct depositions, witness interviews, and cover hearings in both state and federal court settings

• Handle written discovery requests and responses, ensuring accuracy and timeliness

• Develop and execute case strategy for individual and class‐action matters involving Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, and similar statutes

• Collaborate with colleagues to analyze complex legal issues, prepare trial exhibits, and coordinate witness preparation

• Participate in client meetings, offering strategic advice on employment‐related risks and compliance matters

• Maintain detailed case files, track deadlines, and communicate progress to supervising attorneys

Requirements

• 2+ years of substantial litigation experience, ideally with exposure to employment law class actions or restrictive covenant disputes

• Demonstrated proficiency in courtroom advocacy, depositions, and persuasive brief writing

• Familiarity with federal and state employment laws, including Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, and their practical applications

• Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills to evaluate complex fact patterns and legal issues

• Proven ability to work independently, assume significant ownership of cases, and exercise sound judgment under pressure

• Excellent interpersonal and written communication capabilities for effective courtroom and client interactions

• Admission to the Arizona State Bar or willingness to secure bar membership promptly

Education

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

Certifications

• Active membership in good standing with the Arizona State Bar (or eligibility to obtain membership)

Skills

• Advanced legal research skills using Westlaw, LexisNexis, or comparable platforms

• Strong drafting abilities for pleadings, motions, discovery, and appellate documents

• Effective trial preparation and courtroom presentation skills

• Aptitude for managing high‐volume caseloads and critical deadlines

• Collaborative mindset to engage with partners, senior attorneys, and support staff

• Ability to distill complex employment regulations into practical client guidance

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package