Daniels & Tredennick PLLC ยท 3 months ago
Labor and Employment Attorney with Benefits Experience
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expDaniels & Tredennick PLLC is a civil litigation and corporate law firm located in Houston, TX. They are seeking a highly skilled Labor and Employment Attorney with expertise in employee benefits to provide legal counsel on labor and employment matters and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Advise clients on all aspects of labor and employment law, including wage and hour laws, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and employee relations issues
Assist in the development, implementation, and review of company policies and procedures to ensure clients' compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
Represent clients in employment-related disputes, including responding to claims before governmental agencies such as the EEOC, DOL, NLRB, and other regulatory bodies
Provide counsel on collective bargaining, union relations, and labor contract interpretation
Provide clients expert legal guidance on employee benefits matters, including but not limited to retirement plans (ERISA), health and welfare plans, deferred compensation plans, compliance with the Affordable Care Act (ACA), COBRA, FMLA, and other related benefit programs
Advise clients on issues related to employee wellness programs, disability benefits, paid leave, and other benefit entitlements
Work closely clients' HR and Benefits departments to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, drafting, reviewing, and negotiating benefit plan documents and other agreements
Manage and provide legal support for clients' internal audits or investigations related to employee benefits programs
Monitor legislative and regulatory changes affecting labor, employment, and benefits law and advise clients on necessary adjustments to policies and practices
Provide proactive legal strategies to mitigate risks related to labor, employment, and benefits issues
Draft and review employment agreements, non-compete clauses, severance agreements, and other employment-related contracts
Represent the company in disputes, investigations, or litigation related to employment law or benefits issues
Collaborate with clients' HR, finance, and other departments to ensure compliance with applicable laws and internal policies
Assist with mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions involving employee benefit plans or labor-related concerns
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Admission to the bar in Texas
Minimum of 6 years of experience in labor and employment law, with a significant focus on employee benefits law (ERISA, FMLA, ACA, etc.)
Strong understanding of state and federal employment laws and regulations
Experience representing clients in litigation, negotiations, and settlements related to labor and employment disputes
Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply laws and regulations related to employee benefits, including health, retirement, and welfare plans
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
Experience working with corporate executives and senior leadership on strategic legal matters
Preferred
Experience with executive compensation plans and nonqualified deferred compensation
Familiarity with international labor and employment laws
Previous in-house counsel experience at a corporation or large organization is a plus
Benefits
Discretionary bonus
Medical insurance premium covered for employee only at 100%
401(k) match
Life insurance
Ancillary benefits available
Free parking
Company
Daniels & Tredennick PLLC
Daniels & Tredennick handles complex legal matters across both litigation and corporate law.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Douglas Daniels
Partner
Heath Novosad
Partner
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