What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Associate position at Jackson Lewis P.C.?
This position will sit in our Pittsburgh, PA location.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims and agency charges of discrimination
- Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration in employment matters, including class/collective actions and discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases
- Provide advice and counsel to employers on a wide range of labor and employment laws and regulations
Skills and Educational Requirements:
- JD from an ABA accredited law school and excellent academic credentials
- 4 years of litigation experience, employment law background strongly preferred
- Active PA & bar admission or ability to obtain admission quickly
- Understanding of current court and employment-related agency (state and federal) procedures
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Attention to detail and commitment to excellence
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
- Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork , along with ability to work independently on various projects
