Labor and Employment Associate

Frantz Ward LLP • Cleveland, OH

19h

About The Position

Frantz Ward is seeking an engaged, dynamic associate to join its growing, nationally-recognized Labor and Employment Practice. Our Firm offers competitive compensation, a collaborative work environment, individual and group mentoring opportunities, client development training, and a firm culture that embraces community involvement and “doing well by doing good.” To learn more about our Labor & Employment practice group, visit our homepage Equal Employment Opportunity is a fundamental principle at Frantz Ward. In keeping with this principle, Frantz Ward does not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local law. Frantz Ward LLP believes we provide a stronger and better place to work, think, and grow when we draw from the views of a diverse team. We strive to recruit, employ, and support individuals who contribute to our diversity. We recognize that achieving a truly diverse working environment is an on-going process, and we continue to foster diversity to ensure that everyone at Frantz Ward has a meaningful professional experience

Requirements

• 3-5 years of general labor and employment experience
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
• Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to deal courteously and effectively with others
• Ability to effectively handle multiple projects and shifting responsibilities
• Ability to work in a demanding and fast-paced environment
• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active membership and good standing with the Ohio Bar
• Outstanding academic credentials

Responsibilities

• Researching and analyzing the law on complex issues and writing briefs for submission to a supervising lawyer
• Synthesizing legal research and analysis into a coherent written work product
• Appearing in a court, arbitration or other forum to effectively represent the interests of the firm's clients
• Assisting in the discovery and litigation processes in pending matters
• Negotiating with outside parties on contractual issues and legal disputes
• Helping clients anticipate, mitigate and solve potential labor and employment problems

Benefits

• competitive compensation
• collaborative work environment
• individual and group mentoring opportunities
• client development training
• firm culture that embraces community involvement and “doing well by doing good.”

What This Job Offers

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