Labor & Employment Associate Attorney (Mid-Senior Level)
Job Description
Direct Counsel is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate with 5–7 years of employment litigation experience to join a nationally recognized Labor & Employment practice. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney looking to handle sophisticated employment disputes while working closely with experienced litigators on complex workplace matters for employers across a variety of industries.
The ideal candidate will have substantial employment litigation experience and the ability to independently manage cases from inception through trial while providing practical, business-focused legal counsel.
Location- Columbus, OH
- Manage employment litigation matters from initial case assessment through resolution.
- Draft and respond to:
- Pleadings
- Motions
- Briefs
- Written discovery
- Conduct legal research, factual investigations, and case strategy development.
- Take and defend depositions.
- Handle discovery disputes and motion practice.
- Assist with trial preparation and trial proceedings.
- Advise employers on employment law issues and litigation strategy.
- Collaborate with clients and colleagues to develop effective and practical legal solutions.
- Review, negotiate, and draft employment-related agreements when needed.
- Assist with employment-related due diligence in corporate transactions, as applicable.
- J.D. from an accredited law school with a strong academic record.
- Active admission to the Ohio Bar.
- 5–7 years of employment litigation experience.
- Experience independently managing litigation matters through discovery and motion practice.
- Strong experience with legal research, depositions, discovery, and brief writing.
- Excellent analytical, writing, advocacy, and communication skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.
- Experience with non-compete and restrictive covenant litigation.
- Experience drafting and negotiating employment agreements.
- Experience conducting employment-related due diligence for business transactions.
- Strong client counseling and project management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple complex matters in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
- Competitive compensation based on experience.
- Performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
- Professional development, mentorship, and continuing legal education opportunities.
- Long-term career advancement within a nationally recognized Labor & Employment practice.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected Labor & Employment practice representing employers in sophisticated workplace disputes and counseling matters. Attorneys receive significant responsibility, direct client interaction, mentorship from experienced practitioners, and the opportunity to build a dynamic employment practice while working in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.
Direct Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier legal employers and fostering inclusive hiring practices.
