Wage & Hour Associate

Responsibilities

• Litigate cases involving a broad range of employment-related claims, focused on claims under the Fair Labor Standards, New York Labor Law and/or other state wage and hour laws
• Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration in employment matters, including class/collective actions, focused on wage claim and hour cases
• Advisors employers regarding compliance with wage and hour laws and related risk management, including dispute resolution programs

Skills and Educational Requirements

• JD from an ABA accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials
• 3+ years of experience, employment law background strongly preferred
• Current NY Bar admission or ability to obtain admission
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills

Pay

The expected salary range for this position is between $212,500-$282,500. This position is also eligible for annual bonuses.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
• Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time
• Employee assistance program and other firm benefits