Our client, a highly regarded law firm, is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate with 2+ years of experience to join their Phoenix office. This is an excellent opportunity for a litigation attorney to work on employment law matters, including restrictive covenants, trade secrets, and electronic discovery (ESI), while developing their practice under the guidance of experienced attorneys.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and respond to discovery requests and initial pleadings
• Draft and argue motions before courts and administrative agencies
• Take and defend depositions
• Handle ESI discovery and document management
• Work on employment-related matters, including restrictive covenants and trade secrets litigation
• Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining a high level of legal research and writing skills

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active admission to the Arizona Bar is required
• 2+ years of litigation experience, preferably in employment law, restrictive covenants, or trade secrets
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter with strong case management abilities

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit the following:

• Resume
• Law school transcript
• Writing sample (maximum 10 pages, minimally edited by others)