Employment Associate

About the role

Preti Flaherty seeks an experienced attorney to join its dynamic Employment Law Practice Group. The position can be based in either the firm's downtown Portland, ME or Concord, NH office.

Responsibilities

• Advise and counsel clients on employment law compliance and best practices
• Handle litigation matters on behalf of Preti’s regional and national clients
• Defend employers against various employment law claims including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, hostile work environment, wrongful termination, misappropriation of trade secrets, and restrictive covenants
• Work closely with more than 80 attorneys across dozens of specialized practice areas
• Engage in all aspects and levels of case work, from client interaction to complex legal matters

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) Degree from an accredited law school
• Active bar membership (or anticipated within 6-12 months) in NH, ME, or MA
• 2-5 years of litigation experience, ideally within employment law
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for client interaction and teamwork
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Employer-side litigation experience
• Public employer/labor experience

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits including health, vision, dental, and paid time off

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the position and the firm.

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.