Labor and Employment Associate (3-7 Yrs Exp)
- $150,000 - $225,000
- Hartford, CT
Hybrid Schedule - Top Regional Law Firm
A bit about us:
We are a full-service law firm committed to providing exceptional legal services across a broad spectrum of industries. Our team is composed of skilled attorneys and professionals who work together to solve complex challenges. We offer a wide range of legal services, from corporate and real estate law to litigation and regulatory matters. We take pride in fostering a collaborative environment that supports both client success and personal growth.
Why join us?
We offer a culture that promotes both professional and personal development, ensuring that each team member has the opportunity to thrive. We believe in giving our people meaningful work that allows them to make an impact in their fields. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, and we value innovation and creative problem-solving. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that every voice is heard and respected, fostering a positive and empowering workplace.
Job Details
We seek a skilled litigation associate with 3 to 7 years of experience in labor and employment law. This role offers the opportunity to manage substantial litigation responsibilities—drafting pleadings, discovery responses, motions, and briefs; developing case strategy; communicating directly with clients; and representing them in court, arbitration, and agency proceedings under the mentorship of a veteran practice leader.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, and hearings.
Aid in developing litigation strategy and managing case progression.
Conduct legal research, draft pleadings and briefs, prepare witness and deposition strategies.
Engage with clients directly across diverse industries.
Appear before federal, state, and administrative tribunals as needed.
Qualifications:
J.D. with admission to practice in Connecticut (additional admissions are nice to have)
3–7 years of litigation focused on labor and employment law—with exposure to discrimination claims, OSHA defense, noncompete disputes, or agency proceedings.
Solid appellate or brief-writing experience is a plus.
Excellent legal drafting, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to thrive in a collegial, client-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, and hearings.
Aid in developing litigation strategy and managing case progression.
Conduct legal research, draft pleadings and briefs, prepare witness and deposition strategies.
Engage with clients directly across diverse industries.
Appear before federal, state, and administrative tribunals as needed.
Qualifications:
J.D. with admission to practice in Connecticut (additional admissions are nice to have)
3–7 years of litigation focused on labor and employment law—with exposure to discrimination claims, OSHA defense, noncompete disputes, or agency proceedings.
Solid appellate or brief-writing experience is a plus.
Excellent legal drafting, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to thrive in a collegial, client-focused environment.
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.