Associate Attorney

Associate Attorney

Employment Law Minimum 3 years of litigation experience
Hawks Quindel Madison
We are a small law firm with a great team culture. Located in downtown Madison, we fight for the legal rights of workers
Join our dynamic team where your legal experience, strong communication and analytical skills will make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients We are seeking an experienced Associate Attorney specializing in employment law.
Key Responsibilities:
Advise clients on their legal rights under state and federal anti-discrimination laws
Conduct legal research using online databases such as LexisNexis
Prepare, draft, and review litigation documents including pleadings, motions, and briefs
Prepare and respond to written discovery
Conduct depositions and assist other attorneys in preparing for depositions
Represent clients before administrative agencies
Supervise and mentor legal assistants
Qualifications:
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school
Admission to the state bar of Wisconsin
3 or more years of experience in the practice of law
Experience working in civil litigation
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in a variety of settings, particularly in the courtroom, with clients, and in networking settings
Ability to explain complex legal concepts to persons outside the legal field
Capacity to handle matters independently and also collaboratively with the firms shareholders and staff
Benefits:
Competitive salary depending on experience
Shareholder Track
Bonus Structure in place for each full year of employment
401(k) and Profit Sharing when eligible
Health Insurance 100% employer paid premium for employee and family
Long & Short-Term Disability Insurance & Life Insurance
Paid Time Off minimum 18 days annually and 10+ Holidays
Commuter reimbursement

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