EMPLOYMENT & LABOR LAW ATTORNEY

Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP•Town of Hempstead, NY

3d•$175,000 - $275,000

About The Position

Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP is seeking an attorney to join its Employment & Labor practice group, led by partner Gregory S. Lisi. The role involves employment and labor law defense, workplace and labor relations matters, and collaboration with experienced attorneys at a full-service law firm. The attorney will have full client contact and work on a range of matters, including litigation, negotiations, agency hearings, arbitrations, trials, and appeals.

Requirements

5 to 15+ years of experience in labor and/or employment law.
Admission to the New York State Bar.

Nice To Haves

Membership in other state bars; this is not required but is useful.
Originations will be considered but are not required.

Responsibilities

Maintain full client contact and collaborate with clients and colleagues.
Handle labor and employment law defense matters, including sexual harassment and discrimination, overtime and wage-payment claims, management-side labor law, collective bargaining agreement negotiations, prevailing wage law, and withdrawal liability.
Work on general corporate and commercial transaction matters.
Appear in court and at government agency hearings.
Handle arbitrations, trials, and appeals.
Conduct legal research.
Prepare legal documents.