Labor and Employment Associate- Green Bay or Appleton

Godfrey & Kahn

Madison, WI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accredited Business Accountants (ABA), Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Employment Law, Federal Government, Industrial Relations, Legal, Legal Research, Litigation, Mentoring, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project/Program Management, Team Player, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Madison, WI
POSTED
Today

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced associate to join our Labor & Employment team based in Green Bay or Appleton to serve the needs of our regional, national, and global clients. The ideal candidate is proactive and will thrive in managing complex projects with strong attention to detail and within a high-performing team. You will work closely with experienced shareholders who are committed to mentoring associates, providing substantive feedback, and helping them develop a well-rounded practice.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONSConduct legal research and draft memoranda, employment-related contracts, responsive pleadings, motions, and briefs.Advise clients on state and federal labor and employment laws, including fair employment, wage and hour, labor relations, and leave laws.Represent clients before state and federal administrative agencies and courts, including arguing motions, taking and defending depositions, and assisting with case strategy, trial preparation, and other litigation matters.Stay current on legal developments affecting labor, employment, and litigation, and provide creative, practical legal solutions that help clients achieve their objectives in complex, high-stakes matters.QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS4+ years of experience in labor & employment law, with meaningful experience handling employment-related litigationExcellent research, writing and drafting skillsProven ability to work within a fast-paced team environment with multiple deadlines and demands both internally and externallySuperior organizational and time management skillsAbility to work full-time, including variable hours that flex with client needsExcellent communication skills (both oral and written)Interest in a collaborative, intellectually stimulating environment with a strong desire to contribute to team and client successJ.D. from ABA accredited law schoolAdmitted or eligible for admission to practice in Wisconsin.We offer an excellent benefits package, competitive compensation commensurate with experience, and reasonable billable hour expectations.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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