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Jackson Lewis

Employment Litigation Of Counsel

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An Employment Lawyer is a legal professional who works with all legal matters related to employees in the workplace. They are involved in ensuring that the right procedures are used for hiring, managing employee relations, handling disputes between employers and their employees.

$172,282 / year median in North Carolina

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.'s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients' goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee. The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms". This position is for an Of Counsel attorney for the firm's Greenville office.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims and agency charges Advise, counsel, and train employers on various employment and labor law issues Represent employers in court and arbitration, before administrative agencies, and at mediations in employment matters, including class/collective actions and discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage-and-hour, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases Class Action experience preferred but not required
Skills and Educational Requirements:
JD from accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials 9+ years of experience in employment litigation with significant experience managing and running litigation cases in a first-chair capacity Current SC Bar admission in good standing Supervisory experience over associate and paralegal work (delegating assignments and providing feedback) In-depth understanding of current agency (state and federal) procedures Excellent written and oral communication skills Attention to detail and commitment to excellence Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork #LI-Hybrid #LI-JM1 We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.