Labor & Employment Attorney

BakerHostetler is seeking a Montana-admitted, senior-level attorney (7-8 years of experience) to join its Labor and Employment Group as a member of its Denver office. Our team counsels employers on federal, state, and local employment and traditional labor issues. Qualifications Include Experience counseling employers on federal, state, and local employment and traditional labor law matters, including wage and hour compliance, employee classification and exemption issues, workplace investigations, workforce restructuring, leaves and accommodations, restrictive covenants, independent contractor issues, privacy, and other employment-related matters. Experience drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and advising on employment-related policies, handbooks, and agreements, including compensation and benefits policies, workplace conduct and harassment policies, privacy policies, employment agreements, separation agreements, noncompetition agreements, confidentiality and proprietary information agreements, independent contractor agreements, and vendor contracts. Experience representing employers before federal and state administrative agencies, including responding to agency investigations, audits, and enforcement actions, and conducting internal compliance and wage and hour audits. Experience defending employers in federal and state courts and in arbitration proceedings involving a broad range of employment matters, including discrimination, harassment, leave and accommodation claims, wage and hour disputes, restrictive covenant matters, and related employment litigation. Experience handling litigation matters through all phases of a case, including drafting pleadings and motions, managing discovery and document production, taking and defending depositions, preparing witnesses, and developing case strategy. Am Law 100 law firm experience is preferred. A strong academic record and a J.D. from an accredited law school. Must be admitted to practice law in Montana and at least one of these jurisdictions: California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Washington, or Washington, D.C. Ideal Candidates Will Demonstrate The ability to serve as a trusted advisor to employers on complex, day-to-day workforce management and compliance issues. Strong strategic thinking and practical judgment in evaluating legal risk and developing business-oriented solutions. Excellent analytical, research, writing, and oral advocacy skills. The ability to manage sophisticated matters independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys across practices and offices. Strong client relationship, project management, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Sound judgment, attention to detail, and a commitment to exceptional client service. The professional commitment, leadership qualities, and interpersonal skills necessary to succeed in a collaborative, entrepreneurial team environment. Why BakerHostetler? Join a nationally recognized Labor and Employment Group that advises employers on complex workforce issues, high-stakes litigation, compliance matters, and traditional labor issues across the country. Collaborate with experienced practitioners and industry-leading clients on sophisticated employment matters involving litigation, counseling, investigations, workplace policies, wage and hour compliance, and labor relations. Take a lead role in managing matters, counseling clients, developing strategy, and building trusted client relationships while working within a collaborative, cross-office platform. Leverage the resources of a full-service national law firm to expand your practice and collaborate with attorneys across complementary disciplines, including privacy, employee benefits, immigration, corporate, and litigation. Benefit from an entrepreneurial culture that values initiative, client service, professional excellence, and long-term career development. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within both the legal profession and the communities we serve. Location: This position is in Denver, CO. Salary The expected annual salary range for this position is $315,000 - $340,000. The salary offered will be determined by a wide range of factors, including, but not limited to, experience level, education/training, and relevant skills. Associates also participate in a performance- and hours-based bonus program. BakerHostetler offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits program, including group health, dental and vision insurance, vacation (20 days), paid holidays (10 days), 401(k) plan, parental leave (10 weeks, not including disability, where applicable, and accrued vacation), family care program, wellness program, life and accident insurance, and short and long-term disability. Application Submission Information Qualified Candidates – Self-Apply: Please apply via link in posting and attach your cover letter, resume, and writing sample. Search Firms If your search firm has a fully executed search firm agreement in place with BakerHostetler, please submit application materials including introduction, resume, and writing sample to Miriam McHenry, Firmwide Manager of Lateral Recruiting, at [email protected] . If your search firm does not have a fully executed search firm agreement in place with BakerHostetler, please submit only blind candidate profiles to Miriam McHenry at [email protected] . Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Baker & Hostetler LLP is an equal opportunity employer.