Associate - Employment and Labor Relations (Cincinnati)

About the role

Taft is seeking an associate with 1-4 years of experience to join its comprehensive Employment and Labor Relations practice group in the Cincinnati office. The ideal candidate will have experience with, or a desire to focus on, traditional management-side labor law and occupational safety and health. Experience in wage and hour collective and class actions would be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and counsel to clients on employment and labor law matters
• Assist in the drafting and negotiation of employment contracts and policies
• Represent clients in labor relations disputes and arbitrations
• Advise on compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws
• Prepare and review workplace policies and procedures
• Participate in investigations and mediations related to employment issues
• Conduct training sessions on employment law topics

Requirements

• Exceptional academic and professional credentials
• Superior research, writing, analytical, and verbal communication skills

Qualifications

• Law degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to practice law in Ohio
• Experience in traditional management-side labor law and occupational safety and health
• Experience in wage and hour collective and class actions is a plus

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, flexible spending, 401K, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, bonuses
• Equal opportunity employer

Pay

Competitive compensation

Schedule

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