Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

Kaufman Dolowich LLP • Woodbury, NY

12d • $110,000 - $150,000

About The Position

The Woodbury office of Kaufman Dolowich LLP, nationally recognized law firm honored by U.S. News as one of the “Best Companies to Work For – Law Firms,” is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate Attorney with at least one year of experience in commercial and/or employment litigation to join our practice. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a growing and dynamic team within a firm of more than 200 attorneys nationwide. Our collaborative environment values integrity, innovation, and excellence in client service.

Requirements

• JD degree with excellent academic credentials
• 1+ years of experience in commercial and/or employment litigation
• Admittance to practice in New York
• Exceptional writing, research, and communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Law Review and/or Moot Court experience is preferred
• Experience handling employment litigation matters, including but not limited to employment discrimination, workplace harassment, wage and hour disputes, and traditional labor law matters is preferred
• Experience handling employment litigation in federal and state wage and hour cases, including collective and class actions is preferred
• Experience handling investigations before the U.S. Department of Labor, the New York State Department of Labor, EEOC and other state and local human rights agencies is preferred

Responsibilities

• Managing a full litigation caseload from inception through resolution
• Communicating directly with clients and providing regular case updates
• Taking and defending depositions
• Handling mediations
• Participating in investigations, court appearances, motion practice, and trials

Benefits

• Uncapped opportunities for career advancement
• Team-first culture with open communication and support
• Impactful work that drives real client results
• Robust bonus program
• Successful candidates will have access to exceptional career development opportunities and a competitive total rewards package, including the potential to earn performance-based bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees