Labor & Employment Associate

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Albany, NY

Labor & Employment Associate

Attorney

1-10 yrs required

No

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm is currently seeking an associate attorney to join its dynamic Labor & Employment practice. The successful candidate will engage in a broad spectrum of labor and employment law matters, from traditional labor/union issues to collective bargaining, discrimination, wage and hour laws, and other employment-related ;

Location:

• Albany, NY

Duties:

• Perform legal research on various labor and employment issues.
• Draft employee handbooks, workplace policies, and position statements.
• Respond to administrative charges from agencies such as the EEOC, and state commissions on human rights.
• Communicate with clients to collect information for legal proceedings.
• Draft motions for federal and state court cases.
• Respond to discovery requests.
• Prepare deposition outlines, exhibits, and assist with witness preparation.
• Assist partners in preparing for mediations, arbitrations, hearings, fact-finding conferences, and trials.
• Serve as second chair and, where appropriate, first chair for mediations, arbitrations, oral arguments, hearings, and trials.
• Meet a minimum annual billable hour requirement of 1,800 hours.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of experience in labor and employment law or litigation.
• Admission to the New York State Bar is required.
• Admission to the Connecticut Bar is preferred (or ability to waive in).
• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the bar.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize work effectively.
• Ability to absorb and process new information quickly.
• High standards of performance with strong dedication and responsibility.
• Professional, positive, and flexible attitude.
• Ability to work with diverse personalities at all levels within the firm.
• Military experience is a plus.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar (required).
• Admission to the Connecticut Bar (preferred or ability to waive in).

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of labor and employment law.
• Excellent research, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and in high-pressure environments.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with team members and clients.
• Client-focused, with a professional and cooperative attitude.

Benefits:

• Hybrid remote work opportunity.
• Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package (specific details not provided).