Partner in Employment Law - General, Employment Law - Management (Compliance & Counseling), Litigation - Labor & Employment in Wichita, KS

Law Firm

Wichita, KS

Partner in Employment Law - General, Employment Law - Management (Compliance & Counseling), Litigation - Labor & Employment in Wichita, KS

Partner

Min 7 yrs required

No

Job Title:
Labor & Employment Partner

Job Responsibilities:
The Labor & Employment Partner will be responsible for providing high-level legal services within the Labor & Employment Practice at the law firm. The role involves representing clients in all phases and types of employment litigation, counseling, and training. Key responsibilities include:

- Providing sound legal counsel to clients across various jurisdictions in the United States.
- Drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings.
- Drafting and arguing motions.
- Taking and defending depositions.
- Engaging in extensive contact with clients, governmental agencies, and opposing counsel.
- Managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Working independently as well as part of a team.
- Assuming a significant role in all aspects of labor and employment law.

Education and Experience Information:
- Admission to practice law in Kansas and Missouri is required.
- At least seven (7) years of experience in employment law matters is necessary.
- Prior employment litigation experience is required, preferably on the management side.
- Employment counseling or in-house employment law experience is preferred.
- Strong writing and analytical skills are essential.
- The ability to manage multiple projects effectively is required.
- A self-starter with an ability to work independently and collaboratively is preferred.

Salary Information:
The law firm offers competitive compensation along with a range of benefits, which include:

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- 401k plan with employer contribution.
- A bonus for those who meet their minimum hourly requirement.

Additional Information:
The law firm is a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, with a Labor & Employment Practice that represents clients nationwide. The firm values proactive and passionate attorneys who are eager to take on a high-level role within a sophisticated practice. The opportunity is open to attorneys with substantive litigation experience and a demonstrated interest in labor and employment law, even if they come from other litigation arenas. The firm is committed to fostering a collaborative and growing environment for talented attorneys.