Labor & Employment Associate Attorney

Lewis Brisbois•Fort Lauderdale, FL

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Lewis Brisbois is seeking an attorney to join its Labor & Employment Practice in the Fort Lauderdale, Florida office. The practice represents clients nationwide in employment litigation, counseling, and training. The role offers the opportunity to take on a significant role across labor and employment matters in a sophisticated, collaborative practice, with extensive contact with clients, governmental agencies, and opposing counsel. The attorney will handle litigation tasks including drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings, drafting and arguing motions, and taking and defending depositions. Candidates with substantive litigation experience, a demonstrated interest in labor and employment law, and strong litigation skills in another arena are also encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Admission to practice law in Florida.
Three to five years of experience in employment law matters.
Prior employment litigation experience.
Strong writing and analytical skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Employment litigation experience on the management side.
Employment counseling or in-house employment law experience.
Substantive litigation experience in another area and a demonstrated interest in labor and employment law.

Responsibilities

Provide legal services in labor and employment law matters.
Draft and respond to discovery and initial pleadings.
Draft and argue motions.
Take and defend depositions.
Interact extensively with clients, governmental agencies, and opposing counsel.
Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and work independently and as part of a team.