Labor and Employment Defense Attorney

1 week ago


Reston, Virginia, United States Akerman LLP Full time

About the Role

Akerman LLP is seeking an experienced Labor and Employment Defense Attorney to join its growing LA and national labor and employment practice. The ideal candidate will have 5 to 7 years of experience in general employment litigation, including wage and hour litigation, and employment counseling.

Key Responsibilities

  • Defend clients in employment-related lawsuits, including wage and hour claims and employment counseling
  • Conduct legal research and analysis to support defense strategies
  • Develop and implement defense plans to mitigate risk and protect clients' interests
  • Collaborate with colleagues to provide comprehensive defense services to clients

Requirements

  • 5 to 7 years of experience in labor and employment defense
  • Experience in general employment litigation, including wage and hour litigation, and employment counseling
  • Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
  • Federal and state court experience
  • Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school
  • Member of the California State Bar

What We Offer

  • Annual base salary: $200,000 - $285,000
  • Discretionary bonus
  • Paid time off
  • Professional and client development allowance
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • 401k Profit Sharing Plan (employee-only contribution plan)
  • Parking benefit

About Akerman LLP

Akerman is a premier law firm with over 700 lawyers in 25 offices throughout the United States. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can reach their full potential.

Firm Recognitions

  • Top 100 U.S. Law Firms (The American Lawyer)
  • Among the Most Innovative Law Firms (Financial Times)
  • Ranked among 100 Most Prestigious U.S. Law Firms (Vault)
  • Ranked among the Top Large Law Firms for Diversity (Law360)
  • Ranked among the Top 30 Large Law Firms for Gender Equity (Law360)
  • Leadership Council on Legal Diversity, 2023 Top Performer


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