Labor And Employment Attorney
Prevail Recruiting•Detroit, MI
•$150,000 - $200,000•Hybrid
About The Position
A well-established litigation firm is actively seeking experienced labor and employment defense attorneys for their Detroit office. The firm represents employers in a broad range of employment matters across state and federal courts and administrative agencies throughout Pennsylvania and the surrounding region.
Requirements
- 2-7+ years of labor and employment defense experience
- Active Pennsylvania Bar license in good standing
- New Jersey Bar admission is a strong plus
- Strong legal writer with practical judgment and client communication skills
- Experience managing an independent caseload with minimal supervision
- Comfortable advising employers on day to day employment matters alongside active litigation
Responsibilities
- Represent employers in discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination matters under Title VII, ADEA, ADA, and FMLA
- Defend clients before the EEOC, PHRC, and other administrative agencies
- Handle wage and hour defense including FLSA and Pennsylvania wage payment matters
- Draft and argue dispositive motions including summary judgment
- Conduct and defend depositions of witnesses and experts
- Advise employers on hiring, discipline, termination, and accommodation issues
- Manage cases from inception through trial preparation and resolution
Benefits
- Competitive base salary $150,000 to $200,000+ depending on experience
- Hybrid work flexibility
- Sophisticated employer defense work across a broad range of industries
- Direct partner access and meaningful case responsibility from day one
- Clear path for growth and advancement within a well-regarded national platform
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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