Labor and Employment Associate

Labor & Employment Associate - Philadelphia

Salary: $260k - $250k

A nationally recognized labor and employment team is seeking a mid-level associate to join its Philadelphia office. The group is known for representing employers in complex workplace litigation, compliance counseling, and labor relations matters.

This is a strong platform for attorneys looking to gain courtroom exposure, handle cutting-edge class action defense, and counsel clients across sectors on proactive employment strategies.

What You'll Do:

• Defend employers in wage-and-hour, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation lawsuits
• Handle restrictive covenant and trade secret matters, including litigation
• Provide day-to-day advice on FLSA, Davis-Bacon, Equal Pay, and state wage laws
• Counsel clients on union avoidance, collective bargaining, and labor disputes
• Conduct internal investigations and help shape workplace policies

Qualifications:

• 3-6 years of employment law experience, preferably at a large firm or boutique
• Strong litigation background, including federal and state court practice
• Familiarity with wage-and-hour law, class actions, and labor relations
• Excellent writing, communication, and analytical skills
• Pennsylvania Bar admission preferred