Employment, Immigration, and Labor Associate Attorney

Wilson Elser - Attorneys • New York, NY

4h • Hybrid

About The Position

Wilson Elser is seeking a skilled and motivated Employment, Immigration, and Labor Associate Attorney to join our growing litigation team. This is a unique opportunity to work with a nationally recognized firm and provide comprehensive legal counsel to a diverse range of clients across public and private sectors in employment, education, and labor law.
This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the State of New York
• Admitted to practice in the SDNY and EDNY
• 3+ years of legal experience with a focus on employment, immigration, and/or education law and litigation
• Experience handling discrimination and wage and hour claim under federal, state, and local laws
• Knowledge of Immigration practice and experience processing PERM, H1b and other visas
• Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a litigation caseload, from inception through resolution.
• Represent employers, private schools, and other institutions in a wide variety of employment, labor, and education law matters, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, breach of contract and collective bargaining issues.
• Provide day-to-day legal advice and training to clients on compliance with federal, state, and local employment, education and labor laws.
• Collaborate with Partners and senior attorneys on complex matters and trial preparation.
• Regularly handle court appearances, mediations and depositions
• Maintain regular communication with clients, providing case updates and strategic guidance.

Benefits

• Flexibility: Hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend
• Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
• Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree