Employment Law Associate – Litigation and Advice & Counseling

Jackson Lewis P.C.•Denver, CO

12d•$182,500 - $240,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Jackson Lewis, P.C. is a law firm with over 1,000 attorneys nationwide, focusing on employment and labor law since 1958. They help employers develop proactive strategies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate engaged and stable workforces, emphasizing belonging and respect. The firm is recognized for its expertise in Labor and Employment Litigation, Employment Law, and Labor Law on behalf of Management. The Denver, Colorado office is seeking an Employment Law Associate to handle a mix of litigation and advice and counseling work, collaborating with their Workplace Analytics and Government Contracting practice groups.

Requirements

JD from an ABA accredited law school and excellent academic credentials.
3+ years of employment law experience in litigation and/or employment law-related advice and counseling; experience in any of the areas above a plus.
Active Colorado bar admission required.
Understanding of current court and employment-related agency (state and federal) procedures.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills.
Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork, along with ability to work independently on various projects and effectively oversee other professionals.

Nice To Haves

Experience in any of the areas listed in the duties and responsibilities section.
Comfort with large data reports.

Responsibilities

Defend employers in state and federal court, arbitration, and mediation involving a broad range of employment-related claims, including class and collective actions and discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases.
Represent employers before federal and state administrative agencies in charges of discrimination, investigations, and enforcement actions, including government contractor compliance reviews.
Advise employers on compliance with Colorado and federal labor and employment laws and regulations.
Counsel employers on pay equity and pay transparency obligations, including privileged pay equity analyses.
Advise government contractors on equal employment opportunity and affirmative action compliance obligations.
Support the validation of pre-employment tests and other selection procedures, including adverse impact analyses.