Labor & Employment Mid-Level Associate

About the role

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking an Associate Attorney with three to seven years of experience in employment law and litigation to join us in the firm’s Labor and Employment Practice. The role will include significant work for public and private colleges and universities.

Responsibilities

• Counsel clients in employment-related decision-making
• Develop and maintain workable employment policies, practices, and procedures
• Handle claims of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation under state and/or federal employment laws
• Prepare position statements and defend clients in investigations, fact-finding conferences, and on-site visits
• Represent clients in mediations and conciliations
• Negotiate settlements
• Handle all aspects of the discovery process
• Draft responsive pleadings, motions, and motions for summary judgment

Requirements

• J.D. from an ABA accredited law school
• Excellent academic credentials
• Three to seven years of employment law experience in private practice

Qualifications

• Adaptability: Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves
• Collaboration: Ability to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of the Firm
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of internal and external clients
• Problem Solving Skills: Ability and confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions

Skills

• Experience representing higher education or public-sector clients
• Experience with employment litigation and advice and counsel work

Benefits

Michael Best offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes:

• Competitive base pay
• Outstanding benefits
• Opportunities for learning and growth
• Programs designed to help you plan for the future
• Pleasant and respectful work climate

Pay

The annual compensation range for this role in our California and Illinois offices is between $185,000 and $245,000. The salary range reflects our good-faith expectation for this role at the time of posting. Final compensation will depend on experience, skills, and internal equity.

Schedule

This position is available in our Austin, Los Angeles, Chicago, Madison, Milwaukee or Raleigh offices.