Employment Law Litigation Attorney
PHILLIPS & ASSOCIATES ATTORNEYS AT LAW PLLC - Garden City, NY
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Job Description Job Description The PositionPhillips & Associates, the go-to law firm prosecuting employment discrimination suits for plaintiffs' experiencing sexual and racial harassment, pregnancy discrimination, and disability discrimination on the job, is hiring an Associate. If you have a passion to fight for the civil rights of workers, Phillips & Associates provides an excellent opportunity to learn from top-notch litigators in the employment law field.Phillips and Associates seeks an attorney with some civil litigation experience to work in a collegial environment in our New York City office. This position would take the lead on cases and foster the firm's efforts in prosecuting all manner of employment cases.ResponsibilitiesThe primary responsibilities include:Developing new cases, interviewing potential clients and witnesses, gathering evidenceMaintaining client contact and developing relationships with impacted individualsDrafting state and federal court pleadings and motionsManaging case discovery, including drafting demands and responsive answers, document review and productionHandling depositions, mediations, and court appearances as soon as up to speedQualificationsThe ideal candidate will possess:A minimum of 5 years of litigation or clerkship experienceExperience handling investigations, hearings, and trialsDemonstrated interest and skill in legal writing, research, and analysis An ability to speak clearly, effectively, and persuasivelyOutstanding time management and organizational skills, with careful attention to detailA demonstrated ability to perform well independently and with grace under pressure in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environmentA collaborative and collegial approach to work, and an ability and desire to work and learn in a team-based environmentA commitment to advocating on behalf of those who have been deprived of their legal rights on the jobAdmitted to the New York BarCompensation and BenefitsThis is a full-time exempt position with competitive salary commensurate with experience and skills. Benefits include health, vision and dental, and an employer matching retirement contribution.The FirmPhillips & Associates was selected as one of the "10 Best Employment & Labor Law Firms" in New York" by the American Institute of Legal Counsel. Additionally, many of our attorneys have achieved "best of" status in employment law. We only represent plaintiffs, not employers or management.Phillips & Associates is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. Phillips & Associates encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status.To ApplyPlease submit a cover letter and resume
Created: 2024-04-20