Employment Attorney/Litigation & Transactional
Position: Employment Attorney (Litigation & Transactional)
Employment Attorney (Texas)
Locations: Dallas, TX;
Austin, TX
Direct Counsel is seeking an employment attorney to join a globally recognized law firm. This position offers the opportunity to work on high-profile employment litigation and advisory matters for a diverse client base. The role involves handling complex employment law issues, including litigation, compliance, and transactional work.
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage litigation for class actions and single-plaintiff cases, including wage and hour disputes, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, breach of contract, and wrongful termination.
• Provide employment law advice and counsel, including drafting and negotiating employment agreements, severance packages, and restrictive covenants.
• Conduct employment due diligence and advise on employment aspects of corporate transactions.
• Handle compliance matters related to employee policies, compensation practices, commission plans, and leave of absence/accommodation issues (FMLA, ADA).
• Represent clients in proceedings before state and federal courts and administrative agencies.
Qualifications:
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in Texas.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in labor and employment law, including litigation, advice and counsel, and transactional work.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal employment laws, including wage and hour regulations and anti-discrimination statutes.
• Experience defending class and collective actions and advising clients on employment matters.
• Excellent oral and written communication, analytical, and strategic thinking skills.
Additional Information:
• Work Model: Hybrid - Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for remote work.
• Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan, and professional development opportunities.
• Compensation: $260,000 - $435,000
This is an excellent opportunity to join a top-tier firm and work on cutting-edge employment law matters. If you meet the qualifications and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, we encourage you to apply.
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Employment Attorney (Texas)
Locations: Dallas, TX;
Austin, TX
Direct Counsel is seeking an employment attorney to join a globally recognized law firm. This position offers the opportunity to work on high-profile employment litigation and advisory matters for a diverse client base. The role involves handling complex employment law issues, including litigation, compliance, and transactional work.
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage litigation for class actions and single-plaintiff cases, including wage and hour disputes, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, breach of contract, and wrongful termination.
• Provide employment law advice and counsel, including drafting and negotiating employment agreements, severance packages, and restrictive covenants.
• Conduct employment due diligence and advise on employment aspects of corporate transactions.
• Handle compliance matters related to employee policies, compensation practices, commission plans, and leave of absence/accommodation issues (FMLA, ADA).
• Represent clients in proceedings before state and federal courts and administrative agencies.
Qualifications:
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in Texas.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in labor and employment law, including litigation, advice and counsel, and transactional work.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal employment laws, including wage and hour regulations and anti-discrimination statutes.
• Experience defending class and collective actions and advising clients on employment matters.
• Excellent oral and written communication, analytical, and strategic thinking skills.
Additional Information:
• Work Model: Hybrid - Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for remote work.
• Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan, and professional development opportunities.
• Compensation: $260,000 - $435,000
This is an excellent opportunity to join a top-tier firm and work on cutting-edge employment law matters. If you meet the qualifications and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, we encourage you to apply.
Apply Now
Apply Now