Role OverviewAn established law firm is looking for an Employment Litigation Associate to handle complex workplace claims, advise employer clients, and represent businesses in state and federal proceedings.
What You Will Do
Defend employers in discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and wage and hour disputes. Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery documents. Take and defend depositions and manage discovery.
Why It Might Be a Fit
Opportunities for professional development and continued legal training. Exposure to a diverse range of employment and business litigation matters. Opportunities to contribute to community and pro bono work.
Requirements
- J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
- 3–5 years of litigation experience and solid skills in drafting, discovery, and depositions.
- Active license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, with the ability to obtain North Carolina licensure within one year.
- Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
- Strong references from current or former supervising attorneys.
- Employment litigation experience. Substantial business or commercial litigation experience will also be considered.
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