Labor & Employment Associate Attorney - Class Action

Labor & Employment Associate Attorney – Class Action

Location: Austin, Dallas, or Houston, TX (Hybrid)

Compensation: $245,000 – $295,000 + discretionary bonuses + full benefits

Type: Direct Hire | AmLaw 100 Firm

The Opportunity

Our client, a prominent AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a Mid-Level or Senior Associate Attorney to join its Labor & Employment Class Action Group in Texas. This hybrid role offers the chance to handle high-profile class action and employment litigation while working with a highly regarded national team.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record
• Active Bar admission in Texas
• 4–6 years of substantive experience in employment and/or class action litigation
• Background defending employment discrimination, EEOC/DOL, and wage & hour claims, including class action lawsuits
• Desire for trial work and ability to represent clients in depositions, interviews, and trial preparation
• Experience counseling employers on compliance with federal and state employment laws, drafting workplace policies, and assisting with general employment issues (a plus)
• Superior research, writing, and analytical skills

Key Responsibilities

• Defend employers in complex employment litigation, including wage & hour class actions and discrimination claims
• Counsel clients on compliance with federal and Texas employment laws
• Draft and prepare workplace policies, employment agreements, and severance agreements
• Represent clients in depositions, witness interviews, and trial preparation
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys on high-profile employment cases

Why Join?

• Work with a nationally recognized team on challenging, complex class action and employment litigation matters
• Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility and balance
• Competitive compensation ($245K–$295K), discretionary bonuses, incentive programs, and a comprehensive benefits package

Application Requirements

Candidates should be prepared to submit:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Writing sample