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Wage & Hour Associate

Jackson Lewis, PC | New York, NY, United States

Posted Date 9/28/2024
Description

Description:

Focused on labor and employment law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.'s 950+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged, stable and diverse, and share our clients' goals to emphasize inclusivity and respect for the contribution of every employee.

The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”.

This role will sit in our New York City location.

The expected salary range for this position is between $202,000-$269,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Responsibilities:
  • Litigate cases involving a broad range of employment-related claims, focused on claims under the Fair Labor Standards, New York Labor Law and/or other state wage and hour laws.
  • Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration in employment matters, including class/collective actions, focused on wage claim and hour cases.
  • Advise employers regarding compliance with wage and hour laws and related risk management, including dispute resolution programs.
  • Class/collective action wage-hour experience strongly preferred.
  • Fair Workweek/predictive scheduling experience is desired, but not required.

Skills and Educational Requirements:
  • JD from an ABA accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials
  • 4+ years of experience, employment law background strongly preferred.
  • Current NY Bar admission or ability to obtain admission.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
  • Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork?, along with ability to work independently on various projects.

Jackson Lewis understands that embracing our differences makes us a stronger, better firm. We appreciate the importance of having a workforce that reflects the various communities in which we work, and we strive to create an inclusive environment where diverse employees want to work and where they can flourish professionally. In furtherance of our culture, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.?????
Salary202,000.00 - 269,000.00 Annual
Title
Associate / Attorney / Lawyer
Years of Experience
3-5 | 5-7 | 7+

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