What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employment Law Attorney position at Farah & Farah Personal Injury Lawyers?
We are currently seeking an attorney to join our growing Employment/Wage & Hour department. We represent employees and focus on illegal treatment related to medical leave and FMLA; discrimination based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, national origin, or pregnancy; sexual harassment; overtime and wage disputes; and executive compensation. The Attorney will be responsible for representing clients and providing legal advice and counsel in employment discrimination and wage and hour cases. The attorney will be expected to work cases from the start to finish including pre-litigation and trial. This includes, conducting legal research, attending depositions, negotiating settlements, and representing clients in court and administrative hearings.
- Current Florida law license
- Previous Federal Court experience
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet guidelines.
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Must have at least two (2) years of employment law experience, or two (2) years of legal experience, plus a clear passion for learning employment law
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
- Employer Paid Short Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
Schedule:
- 8-hour shift - 8am - 5pm, 8:30am -5:30pm, or 9am -6pm
- Monday to Friday
- Onsite Professional Office Setting
Equal Opportunity Statement
Farah & Farah provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
E-Verify
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