Manages outside counsel on employment related matters to ensure quality advice and service at reasonable cost to the firm
Miscellaneous additional legal tasks which could relate to other areas of law
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Education
Juris Doctorate (JD), required
Experience
Ten (10) or more years of litigation experience as a practicing attorney in good standing, required
Eight (8) or more years of experience in practice focused on employment law litigation and agency defense, required
Five (5) or more years of experience with a law firm engaged in litigation practice, required; employment law/agency defense experience, preferred
Experience counseling clients on employment related legal risk analysis and compliance, required
Restrictive covenant experience, preferred
Experience managing and completing complex projects, preferred
Experience working directly with management level clients, preferred
License/Certifications
Member of a Bar in Good Standing in state of residence, required
Software
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suites, required
Language
N/A
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations
Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Strong negotiation skills
Works effectively to meet due date expectations while handling multiple complex projects/tasks simultaneously
Works effectively under pressure while dealing with unexpected problems in a professional manner
Communicates and collaborates effectively with all levels of employees and management
Builds relationships and consensus among people
Detail oriented, with excellent organizational skills
Willingness to expand into different areas of the law
Willingness and ability to travel periodically as required
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
National Range: $275,000 - $330,000
Maryland Range: $275,000 - $330,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $275,000 - $330,000
