Associate Attorney - Labor & Employment

Overview

Associate attorney performing labor & employment research, drafting, and litigation tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• legal research
• client communication
• motion drafting
• discovery response
• deposition prep
• policy drafting

Tasks

-Perform research on a variety of labor and employment matters -Communicate with clients to obtain information for position statements -Draft motions in federal and state court -Assist partners in preparing for mediations, arbitrations, oral arguments, hearings, fact finding conferences, and trials. -Respond to discovery requests -Draft deposition outlines, prepare exhibits, prepare witnesses. First and second chair depositions -Maintains high standards of performance -Second chair and where appropriate first chair mediations, arbitrations, oral arguments, hearings and trials. -Draft handbooks and policies -Draft position statements and responses to administrative charges (EEOC, NY State Division of Human Rights, CT Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities)

Requirements

• juris doctor
• bar admission
• litigation
• 2-5 years
• research
• team-oriented

What You Bring

-Must have Juris Doctorate degree with an ABA accredited law school and be an active member in good standing of the bar -2-5+ years’ experience in labor and employment or litigation law -Must have a professional, cooperative, positive and flexible attitude -Admission to Connecticut Bar (or ability to waive in) preferred -Demonstrated high level organizational skills for prioritizing workload -Exhibits conscientiousness, dedication, self-discipline, and a sense of responsibility -The firm requires a minimum of 1800 billable hours annually -Must be able to function effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment -Ability to work with diverse personalities within various levels of the organization -Demonstrated ability to absorb, process and understand new information rapidly -Admission to New York State Bar required -Military experience welcome -Must have excellent research and writing skills -Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing

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About Harris Beach Murtha

-Specializes in providing services to both private and public sector clients, with a diverse range of industries served. -Offers expertise in corporate law, real estate, environmental matters, and public infrastructure. -Known for managing large-scale commercial and government projects, especially in energy and utilities. -Distinct for its ability to handle complex regulatory issues and navigate government policy challenges. -The firm has expanded through strategic mergers, strengthening its position across several U.S. regions.

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