Labor & Employment Attorney (Defense)

Company: Jobot
Location: Madison
Posted on: June 24, 2025

Job Description:

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Andrew Castillo Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $145,000 - $175,000 per year A bit about us: Our Client is a well established, six location firm that has been in practice for over a century. The firm's areas of concentration include Core Business Services, Intellectual Property Law, Labor and Employment, Mergers and Acquisitions, Litigation, Tax Law, Real Estate & Land Use, Family Law, Emerging Companies, Franchise & Dealership, Restaurant & Hospitality, Municipal and Education Law, Estate Planning, and Patent, Trademark & Copyright. Currently, their L&E group is seeking an experienced defense attorney that can quickly join and add value to their growing employment division. Why join us? 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Job Details Job Details: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Permanent Labor & Employment Attorney (Defense) to join our robust legal team. This position offers an incredible opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, handling labor and employment matters for a diverse range of clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in labor and employment law, with a focus on defense. The candidate will be responsible for providing legal advice and guidance on a variety of labor and employment issues, as well as representing clients in litigation. This role requires a deep understanding of FMLA, ADA, litigation, and defense. Responsibilities: 1. Provide comprehensive legal advice and guidance on a wide range of labor and employment matters, including but not limited to FMLA, ADA, litigation, and defense. 2. Represent clients in court and before quasi-judicial or administrative agencies of government. 3. Interpret laws, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses. 4. Conduct research and analysis of legal problems. 5. Prepare and draft legal documents, such as contracts, deeds, and other legal documents. 6. Negotiate settlements for legal disputes. 7. Comply with all legal standards and regulations. 8. Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law. Qualifications: 1. Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school. 2. A minimum of 5 years of experience in labor and employment law, with a focus on defense. 3. Proven experience with FMLA, ADA, litigation, and defense. 4. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 6. Ability to build rapport with clients. 7. High degree of professional ethics and integrity. 8. Excellent negotiation skills. 9. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. 10. Must be licensed to practice law in the state. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on challenging and significant matters in a collaborative and rewarding environment. If you are a self-starter, with a strong work ethic and the desire to take on challenging cases, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join our team of dedicated and talented professionals. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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