What are the responsibilities and job description for the Attorney - Labor & Employment Litigation position at O'Hagan Meyer?
O’Hagan Meyer is seeking a Labor & Employment Litigation Attorney with 2-3 years of litigation experience to join our Charlotte office. Relevant judicial clerkship experience will be credited toward the required years of experience.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an attorney eager to handle a diverse range of employment law issues, including a wide-range of civil litigation matters involving cutting-edge topics and sophisticated, interesting clients.
O’Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. O'Hagan Meyer participates in E-Verify.
- At least 2-3 years of experience in labor and employment litigation is required.
- Candidates must have demonstrated experience in all stages of litigation, including drafting pleadings and motions, taking and defending depositions, representing clients in mediation, drafting and answering discovery requests, trial preparation and trial assistance.
- Experience with both state and federal courts preferred, as well as state and federal administrative agencies.
- Strong writing and analytical skills, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
- A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a commitment to providing exceptional client service.
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school and licensed to practice in North Carolina. Admission to South Carolina and/or Virginia is a plus.
- Flexible hybrid schedule.
- Low turnover, collegial and collaborative environment.
- Direct client interaction and significant responsibility on complex and sophisticated legal matters.
- Mentorship, training and development programs for associates.
- Competitive compensation and multiple annual bonus programs.
- Robust benefits package, including 401(k) plan with employer contribution, health insurance (medical, dental and vision coverage), life insurance, flexible spending accounts to help offset the cost of dependent care and/or health care expenses, and a paid parental leave program.