Senior Associate - Employment
Professional Partners Group
Location
Englewood, CO | United States
Job description
Senior Associate – Employment
A dynamic and rapidly growing law firm committed to providing top-notch legal services to our diverse client base. With a focus on excellence, innovation, and client satisfaction, we take pride in fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. As we continue to expand our legal team, we are seeking a talented Senior Associate focusing on employment issues.
Position Overview: The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in employment law, with experience handling a variety of employment-related matters. The role is varied and requires superior comprehension of employment law issues as we represent both plaintiffs and corporate clients. This role requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual who can provide strategic counsel to clients while effectively managing caseloads. Experience with partnership disputes, complex incentive plans, trade secret litigation, accommodation management, leave, and wage-hour compliance are desirable.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct legal research and analysis on employment law issues.
- Draft, review, and advise clients on employment-related agreements, policies, and documentation.
- Contribute to business development activities including training, client email blasts, luncheons, and networking events.
- Provide legal advice and guidance to clients on a range of employment matters, including discrimination, harassment, wage and hour compliance, and employee relations.
- Contribute to and keep forms up to date including releases, handbooks employment agreements, and non-compete agreements.
- Represent clients in administrative proceedings, negotiations, and mediations.
- Operate with significant autonomy on matters with oversight and support as needed.
- Prepare and advise clients on all types of employment related documents.
- Collaborate with senior attorneys, partners, and legal staff to develop case strategies and solutions.
- Stay informed about changes in employment laws and regulations.
This is an in-person role. Hybrid work may be considered after six months of employment.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Active bar membership in Colorado.
- 5+ years of experience practicing law with demonstrable experience in employment law.
- Strong understanding of federal and state employment laws and regulations.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to handle a diverse caseload and work independently.
- Strong research and analytical skills.
- Occasional support on other corporate or litigation matters as needed.
- Commitment to providing outstanding client service.
Benefits and Compensation:
The salary range for this position is $135,000-$155,000 depending on experience. We have a dynamic bonus program for senior associate level attorneys which permits time for business development without sacrificing bonus eligibility after achieving 1,500 billable hours.
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Colorado Bar dues and CLEs
- In-house mentoring program
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