Labor And Employment Attorney - Project Recruit

Project Recruit has partnered with a well-established, boutique-sized law firm in Nassau County to find a Labor & Employment attorney to join their team. This firm specializes in Labor & Employment, also servicing the practice areas of Business, Real Estate, Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, etc. This firm offers flexible hours, a collegial work environment, and strong leadership. In addition, the firm is focused on providing mentorship opportunities with an emphasis on networking and generating business.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Handle all aspects of wage/hour/employment discrimination litigation, including conducting investigatory reviews
• Handle drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings, drafting and arguing motions, and preparing administrative position statements.
• Hands-on client contact - from intake through resolution
• Engage directly with clients and provide legal advice on collective bargaining, employment discrimination, wage and hour litigation

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5-15 years experience in labor and employment law
• Litigation experience in State and Federal Courts is required
• Deposition experience is needed (taking and defending depositions)
• Federal Admission required for senior applicants
• Trial experience a plus
• Ideal candidates will be eager, hard-working, driven, and strive for perfection. Have excellent research, writing, and advocacy skills
• Must be admitted to practice in New York.