Employment Litigation Associate — Birmingham, AL

Nationally focused employment law practice seeks an experienced litigation associate to join its Birmingham office. The role centers on defending employers in employment-related lawsuits and administrative charges and advising clients on workplace policies and compliance.

Responsibilities include defending and litigating discrimination, retaliation, wage-and-hour, non-compete and related employment claims; representing employers in court, arbitration, mediation and before administrative agencies; and providing counseling, training and preventative guidance to business clients.

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• 4+ years of employment litigation experience preferred
• Alabama bar admission or eligibility to obtain admission
• Familiarity with state and federal agency procedures and employment-related litigation
• Excellent written and oral communication, strong organizational and project-management skills, and ability to handle multiple matters in a fast-paced environment