Our client is looking to bring on an experienced L&E attorney to their Miami, FL office. This opportunity sits in a hybrid setting and provides opportunity for growth and development in the role.
Responsibilities:
- Represent clients in employment-related lawsuits, including wrongful termination, discrimination, retaliation, harassment, wage and hour disputes, and class actions. Handle discovery, depositions, motions, and other aspects of the litigation process.
- Provide practical legal advice to clients on a wide range of employment issues, including hiring, discipline, terminations, employee leave, wage and hour compliance, employee classification, and more. Draft policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
- Conduct internal investigations related to employee complaints, harassment, discrimination, and misconduct. Prepare detailed reports and recommend corrective actions or solutions.
- Advise clients on compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including Title VII, FMLA, ADA, FLSA, and others. Assist clients in maintaining legal compliance in areas such as workplace safety, labor laws, and employee benefits.
- Assist with the development and delivery of training programs for client leadership and HR teams on topics such as harassment prevention, employee rights, workplace policies, and best practices.
- Represent clients before governmental agencies, such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Department of Labor (DOL), and state labor boards. Respond to charges of discrimination, wage and hour audits, and other regulatory inquiries.
- Draft and review employment-related documents, including employment contracts, non-compete agreements, employee handbooks, separation agreements, and settlement agreements.
- Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex matters, case strategy, and long-term client goals. Take on increased responsibility in managing client relationships and providing proactive legal counsel.
Qualifications:
- Education: J.D. from an accredited law school.
Bar Admission: Active member of the State Bar in Florida (or eligibility to waive in, if applicable).
Experience: Minimum of 2-7 years of experience in labor and employment law, including experience with employment litigation, compliance counseling, and workplace investigations. Experience with class actions or multi-plaintiff litigation is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience representing clients before regulatory agencies (e.g., EEOC, DOL, state labor boards).
Experience working on union-related issues, collective bargaining agreements, or labor disputes.
Familiarity with executive compensation, employee benefits, and wage-and-hour laws.
Interest in contributing to firm business development and marketing efforts.
