Direct Counsel · 3 months ago
Labor, Employment & Workplace Safety Associate Attorney - Dallas
Dallas, TX, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$230K/yr - $330K/yr
3+ years expDirect Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 law firm seeking a Mid-Level Associate Attorney to join its Labor, Employment, and Workplace Safety (LEWS) Practice in Dallas. This position provides an opportunity to work on a wide range of employment law matters, including counseling, litigation, investigations, and transactional support for a diverse portfolio of clients.
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Responsibilities
Represent clients in employment and labor matters, including state and federal court litigation, arbitration, and administrative proceedings before the EEOC, Department of Labor, and state agencies
Advise clients on employment law compliance, policies, and agreements, including offer letters, employment contracts, restrictive covenants, and separation agreements
Support the employment aspects of business mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence and integration planning
Draft, review, and negotiate employment-related documents and policies
Conduct internal investigations and provide guidance on workplace safety and labor compliance
Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys, with opportunities for mentorship and increasing client contact
Qualification
Required
3–5 years of experience handling employment law matters, including single-plaintiff and class action litigation, restrictive covenant disputes, and employment counseling
Experience with employment litigation in state and federal courts, arbitration, and administrative proceedings
Strong academic credentials and excellent writing, research, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Knowledge of employment law issues in business transactions, including M&A
Prior experience with traditional labor relations is a plus but not required
Benefits
Collaborative and growth-oriented environment
Mentorship
Professional development
Opportunities to assume increasing responsibility in both litigation and advisory matters
Company
Direct Counsel
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2-10 employees
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