Labor and Employment Associate Attorney

A highly regarded Michigan law firm is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate to join its management-side Labor & Employment Practice Group in Detroit, Grand Rapids, or Kalamazoo.

This opportunity offers a broad mix of employment counseling, compliance, litigation, workplace investigations, and labor relations matters. Attorneys work directly with employers across a variety of industries, advising on day-to-day workplace issues while also handling complex disputes and strategic employment matters.

The group has a well-established reputation in the Michigan market and represents employers ranging from closely held businesses to large institutional clients. Associates receive meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, and exposure to both counseling and litigation matters early in their careers.

Responsibilities

• Advise employers on hiring, discipline, termination, accommodations, leave administration, wage and hour compliance, and workplace policies
• Draft and revise employment agreements, handbooks, policies, and related workplace documents
• Conduct and support workplace investigations
• Represent employers in state and federal employment litigation matters
• Handle administrative proceedings before agencies such as the EEOC and MDCR
• Participate in discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediations, and hearings
• Support traditional labor matters, including collective bargaining, grievance administration, and labor strategy, where applicable

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Admission or eligibility for admission to the Michigan Bar
• Approximately 2-6 years of labor and employment experience
• Strong research, writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to client service and practical problem solving

Highlights

• Established and highly respected management-side Labor & Employment practice
• Broad mix of counseling, compliance, litigation, and labor work
• Significant client contact and hands-on responsibility
• Diverse client base across manufacturing, healthcare, education, financial services, and other industries
• Strong mentorship and long-term career development opportunities
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking a sophisticated management-side Labor & Employment practice with meaningful responsibility, strong client exposure, and long-term growth potential. Apply now to learn more!

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Company Profile:

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.

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