Employment Law Attorney (Omaha)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Employment & Labor Law Attorney to join our growing and highly respected practice group. This role is an opportunity to step into meaningful, hands-on client work alongside a collaborative team that values clarity, responsiveness, and practical legal solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise employers on a broad range of employment and labor law matters
• Handle administrative agency matters (EEOC, NLRB, state agencies)
• Draft and review employment policies, agreements, and handbooks
• Support or lead litigation matters, depending on experience
• Partner with clients on day-to-day counseling and risk mitigation
• Collaborate with attorneys across offices and practice areas

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and licensed in Nebraska
• 8+ years of experience in employment and labor law (employer-side preferred)
• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to provide clear, concise, and practical legal advice
• Sound judgment and confidence in decision-making
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to engage across teams
• Professional demeanor, discretion, and strong commitment to client service
• Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities
• Tech-comfortable and willing to learn new systems and processes including integration of AI
• Reliable, highly responsive, resourceful, and team-oriented
• Flexible and adaptable; enjoys fast paced work

Why Woods Aitken

• Collaborative, Team-First Culture
• Practical, Business-Focused Lawyering
• Work-Life Integration that Works
• Cross-Office Connectivity
• Strong Staff
• Long-Term Opportunity

Benefits Summary

• Health Coverage: PPO or HSA plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield, plus Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity options
• Life & Disability: $80,000 life insurance coverage (firm-paid) and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k): Eligible upon hire, with immediate 100% vesting; firm contributes 4% of salary
• Leave: Medical Leave of Absence eligibility after one year
• Flexibility: Flex Time policy (up to 4 hours per week) to support work/life balance
• Community: Paid Volunteer Time policy to encourage service and outreach