Job Title: Employment Law Attorney
Job Responsibilities:
The Employment Law Attorney will join the law firm's Employment/Wage & Hour department, focusing on representing employees in cases of illegal treatment related to medical leave, FMLA, discrimination based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, national origin, or pregnancy, sexual harassment, overtime and wage disputes, and executive compensation. The attorney will be responsible for managing cases from inception to conclusion, which includes pre-litigation and trial processes. Key responsibilities include conducting legal research, attending depositions, negotiating settlements, and representing clients in court and administrative hearings.
Education and Experience Information:
Candidates must hold a current Florida law license and possess previous Federal Court experience. A Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school is required. Additionally, candidates should have at least two years of experience in employment law, or a minimum of two years of legal experience with a clear passion for learning employment law. Strong research and analytical skills, along with excellent written and verbal communication abilities, are essential. The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines is also important.
Salary Information:
The salary information is not explicitly provided in the text.
Benefits:
The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 401(k) and 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
- Employer-paid short-term disability and basic life insurance
Schedule:
The attorney will work an 8-hour shift within the time frames of 8 am - 5 pm, 8:30 am - 5:30 pm, or 9 am - 6 pm, from Monday to Friday. The work setting is an onsite professional office environment.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
The law firm provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
E-Verify:
The employer participates in E-Verify and will use the federal government’s system to confirm the employment authorization of new hires. If E-Verify cannot confirm authorization, the employer will provide written instructions and an opportunity for the employee to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) to resolve the issue before any employment action is taken. E-Verify is only used after a job offer has been accepted and the I-9 Form completed.
