Employment Litigation & Counseling Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking an Employment Associate Attorney with at least 3 years of experience to join a leading Am Law 100 law firm and its sophisticated Employment practice.

Location

New York, NY

Position Overview

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience handling employment litigation and counseling matters, with the ability to advise employers on workplace issues, compliance requirements, and employment-related disputes.

This role offers the opportunity to work across a broad range of employment matters, including litigation, investigations, workplace counseling, employment agreements and policies, and compliance training.

Responsibilities

• Represent employers in employment litigation before state and federal courts and administrative agencies.
• Handle matters involving discrimination, wage and hour disputes, non-compete issues, and breach of contract claims.
• Advise employers on employment-related compliance and workplace issues.
• Provide day-to-day employment and HR counseling.
• Draft and review employment policies, agreements, and other employment-related documents.
• Conduct workplace investigations and provide strategic legal guidance based on findings.
• Develop and deliver employment-related compliance training.
• Conduct legal research and analyze applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Collaborate with colleagues across practices to provide comprehensive client solutions.
• Manage multiple matters independently while maintaining strong attention to detail and client service.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of employment law experience.
• Experience litigating employment matters before state and federal courts and administrative agencies.
• Experience advising employers on employment-related compliance matters.
• Experience drafting employment policies and employment-related agreements.
• Experience conducting workplace investigations.
• Experience delivering employment-related compliance training.
• J.D. or LL.M. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York Bar, or eligibility for admission, required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Sound judgment and ability to provide practical legal advice.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to take ownership of matters and work independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively within a team.

Compensation

The anticipated salary range for this position is $260,000–$390,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. This position is also eligible for a discretionary bonus.

Benefits

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package.