Labor & Employment Associate Attorney

Labor & Employment Litigation Associate

Our client, a highly regarded national law firm, is seeking a litigation associate with approximately 2+ years of experience to join its Denver-based employment practice. This opportunity offers exposure to sophisticated labor and employment matters for a diverse client base, ranging from regional businesses to national employers.

The selected attorney will play an active role in defending workplace disputes, advising employers on day-to-day employment issues, and handling complex wage and hour collective and class action matters.

Representative Responsibilities

• Defend employers in employment-related litigation before state and federal courts, as well as administrative agencies.
• Counsel management teams and human resources professionals on workplace law compliance and risk avoidance strategies.
• Advise clients on employee relations issues, including workplace investigations, accommodation requests, leave administration, discipline, termination decisions, and policy development.
• Manage all stages of employment litigation, including pleadings, written discovery, electronic discovery, deposition preparation, motion practice, and settlement strategy.
• Support and defend wage and hour collective and class action matters involving state and federal employment laws.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.