Employment Litigation Associate – Dallas, TX
Our client, a highly respected law firm, is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate with 4+ years of experience to join their Dallas office. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to grow their practice under the mentorship of top-tier partners, while working on complex employment litigation matters in a collaborative and innovative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage employment litigation cases from start to finish, including:
- Responding to pleadings and discovery
- Taking and defending depositions
- Drafting and arguing motions
- Participating in mediations and trial preparation
- Provide day-to-day counsel to clients on a wide range of employment law challenges
- Draft and revise employee handbooks, workplace policies, and training programs
- Educate clients through learning programs that help businesses navigate employment-related challenges
- Leverage cutting-edge legal technology to provide innovative client solutions
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
- Admission to the Texas Bar is required
- 4+ years of employment litigation experience
- Strong legal writing, analytical, and case management skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Growth mindset with a commitment to client service and collaboration
- Self-starter who thrives in both independent and team-based environments
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary (compensation based on experience, skills, and internal equity)
- Comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Generous paid time off and parental leave
- 401(k) with profit-sharing and carve-out election
- Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
- Employee assistance program
- Optional benefits, such as critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, student loan refinancing, dependent life insurance, and pet insurance
Why Join?
- Work at a top employment litigation firm with cutting-edge legal technology
- Hybrid work environment that fosters career growth and mentorship
- Opportunity to work directly with clients on high-impact employment law matters
- Join a supportive, team-oriented culture that values excellence, innovation, and client service
This is a fantastic opportunity for an employment litigator looking to take their career to the next level with a leading law firm in Dallas, TX.