Associate | Mid | Employment

Ellenoff Grossman and Schole LLP•New York, NY

4d•$205,000 - $230,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced mid-level Associate to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in employment law counseling and litigation, with experience representing employers in a variety of forums and advising clients on compliance and risk mitigation.

Requirements

J.D. from an accredited law school
Admitted to practice in New York
5-7 years of relevant employment law experience
Strong writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Experience counseling clients on compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws

Responsibilities

Prepare employee handbooks and policies
Advise clients on a wide range of employment law issues, including: Paid sick leave, Discrimination and retaliation, Wage and hour compliance, Emerging issues such as the use of artificial intelligence in employment practices
Represent employers in federal and state courts, arbitrations, and mediations involving: Harassment, discrimination, and retaliation claims, Wage and hour violations, Breach of contract, Other employment-related disputes
Draft and argue motions, including dispositive motions, in both federal and state courts
Prepare and respond to pleadings and discovery requests
Prepare and conduct depositions
Prepare position statements and responses to administrative charges before federal and state agencies
Conduct witness interviews and fact investigations in preparation for litigation and agency responses
Draft, review, and negotiate employment-related agreements, including: Employment contracts, Non-compete and restrictive covenant agreements, Severance agreements
Other ad hoc projects and assignments as needed