Employment Litigation Attorney
- $125,000 - $150,000
- Thibodaux, LA
A bit about us:
Our client is seeking an experienced and dedicated Employment Litigation Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in labor and employment law, with a particular focus on litigation defense. This role will require a candidate who is comfortable handling diverse responsibilities, from providing legal advice to representing the company in court. This is a permanent position that offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth and development in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
Why join us?
This is an excellent opportunity for an Associate Attorney to join our team and contribute to the growth and success of our company. If you are a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and experienced attorney with a passion for litigation, we would love to hear from you.
Job Details
Job Details:
We are seeking a dynamic, motivated, and experienced Permanent Employment Litigation Attorney to join our robust legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in handling complex employment litigation matters, including wage and hour disputes, and Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) claims. This role will provide the successful candidate with an opportunity to handle a diverse workload, including high-level client interaction, court appearances, and case strategy development. The individual will be expected to work independently while also contributing to a collaborative team environment.
Responsibilities:
1. Manage and handle all stages of litigation from inception through trial preparation, including managing discovery, drafting motions, taking and defending depositions, and court appearances.
2. Provide legal advice and guidance on matters related to employment laws, regulations, and policies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
3. Represent the company in legal proceedings before courts, government agencies, or other authorities where the company is a party.
4. Conduct legal research and analysis to support the development of the company's legal positions.
5. Collaborate with internal teams to understand company operations and goals, and develop strategic legal solutions to support those objectives.
6. Develop and deliver training to internal teams on relevant legal issues, including wage and hour laws, PAGA, and other employment laws.
7. Engage in proactive risk management to minimize potential legal liabilities and ensure the company's ongoing compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
Qualifications:
1. Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and current, active membership in good standing with the State Bar.
2. Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Employment Litigation Attorney, specifically with litigation defense, PAGA, and wage and hour cases.
3. Demonstrated ability to manage complex litigation independently and effectively.
4. Excellent research, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
5. Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to advocate for the company's interests effectively in diverse settings.
6. Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as to work independently.
7. Experience providing training or presentations on legal issues to diverse audiences.
8. Proven track record of maintaining the highest level of professional ethics and compliance with all applicable ethical rules and standards.
9. Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned Employment Litigation Attorney to make a significant impact within a dynamic and evolving legal team. If you are a dedicated, detail-oriented professional with a passion for employment law, we encourage you to apply.
We are seeking a dynamic, motivated, and experienced Permanent Employment Litigation Attorney to join our robust legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in handling complex employment litigation matters, including wage and hour disputes, and Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) claims. This role will provide the successful candidate with an opportunity to handle a diverse workload, including high-level client interaction, court appearances, and case strategy development. The individual will be expected to work independently while also contributing to a collaborative team environment.
Responsibilities:
1. Manage and handle all stages of litigation from inception through trial preparation, including managing discovery, drafting motions, taking and defending depositions, and court appearances.
2. Provide legal advice and guidance on matters related to employment laws, regulations, and policies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
3. Represent the company in legal proceedings before courts, government agencies, or other authorities where the company is a party.
4. Conduct legal research and analysis to support the development of the company's legal positions.
5. Collaborate with internal teams to understand company operations and goals, and develop strategic legal solutions to support those objectives.
6. Develop and deliver training to internal teams on relevant legal issues, including wage and hour laws, PAGA, and other employment laws.
7. Engage in proactive risk management to minimize potential legal liabilities and ensure the company's ongoing compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
Qualifications:
1. Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and current, active membership in good standing with the State Bar.
2. Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Employment Litigation Attorney, specifically with litigation defense, PAGA, and wage and hour cases.
3. Demonstrated ability to manage complex litigation independently and effectively.
4. Excellent research, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
5. Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to advocate for the company's interests effectively in diverse settings.
6. Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as to work independently.
7. Experience providing training or presentations on legal issues to diverse audiences.
8. Proven track record of maintaining the highest level of professional ethics and compliance with all applicable ethical rules and standards.
9. Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned Employment Litigation Attorney to make a significant impact within a dynamic and evolving legal team. If you are a dedicated, detail-oriented professional with a passion for employment law, we encourage you to apply.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment 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.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.