Labor and Employment Associate Attorney - TX - Gables Search Group

Labor & Employment Associate Attorney - Class Action 

Locations: Texas (Austin, Dallas, or Houston)

Our client, a prominent AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a skilled and motivated Mid-Level or Senior Associate Attorney to join their Labor and Employment Class Action Group in Texas. This hybrid position is available in the Austin, Dallas, or Houston offices.

Candidate Profile:

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Bar Admission in Texas.
• 4–6 years of substantive experience in employment or class actionlitigation, with a desire for trial work.
• Experience defending employment discrimination, EEOC/DOL, wage and hour claims, including class action lawsuits.
• Background in counseling employers on federal and state employment law compliance, drafting workplace policies, and assisting clients with general employment issues is a plus.
• Superior legal research, writing, and analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Defend employers in complex employment litigation, including wage and hour class actions and discrimination claims.
• Counsel clients on compliance with federal and Texas employment laws and regulations.
• Draft and prepare workplace policies, employment agreements, and severance agreements.
• Represent clients in depositions, witness interviews, and trial preparations.
• Collaborate with a team of experienced attorneys on high-profile employment cases.

Why Join Us?

This position provides a dynamic opportunity to work with a highly-regarded Labor and Employment Group on challenging and complex cases. You’ll join a collegial and supportive team of employment law professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional legal services. With a hybrid work schedule, this role offers flexibility and balance while advancing your career in a top-tier law firm.

The firm offers a competitive compensation package, with a salary commensurate with experience, discretionary bonuses, firm-sponsored incentive programs, and a comprehensive suite of employee benefits.

Application Requirements:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and a writing sample.