Labor & Employment Associate Attorney or Counsel (Charleston, SC)
Gables Search Group
- Charleston, SC
- 1 day ago
- $200,000 Per Year
Highlights
The firm's collegial culture emphasizes mentorship, teamwork, and community engagement, creating an environment where attorneys can build rewarding and successful careers. The team is known for its collaborative approach, sophisticated legal work, and commitment to delivering practical solutions in a rapidly evolving employment law landscape.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Charleston, SC |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 50 to 99 employees |
| Year Founded | 2002 |
| Website | https://www.gablessearch.com/ |
Description
LABOR & EMPLOYMENT ASSOCIATE OR COUNSEL ATTORNEY
Locations: Charleston, SC
HYBRID
A leading Southeastern law firm is seeking an ambitious Associate Attorney or Counsel to join its Employment & Benefits Practice Group in Charleston, South Carolina.
This is an outstanding opportunity to work with an experienced team representing employers in a broad range of employment litigation and counseling matters. The position offers meaningful client interaction, hands-on responsibility, strong mentorship, and a collaborative environment focused on professional growth and long-term success.
Candidate Profile
- JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
- Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction, in good standing
- 4+ years of substantive experience in labor & employment law a sophisticated law firm setting
- Experience handling employment litigation matters involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour claims, and related workplace disputes.
- Strong experience representing employers in administrative agency proceedings and state and federal court litigation.
- Demonstrated proficiency in legal research, discovery management, motions practice, depositions, and case strategy development.
- Ability to provide practical and business-focused employment counseling to clients.
- Experience managing multiple matters simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent written and oral advocacy skills, sound judgment, and a client-service-oriented approach.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent employers in employment-related disputes before administrative agencies and in state and federal courts.
- Handle all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, hearings, and trial preparation.
- Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda, briefs, motions, and other litigation-related documents.
- Advise clients on employment law compliance and workplace risk management issues.
- Counsel employers on matters involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour compliance, employee discipline, and termination issues.
- Collaborate with attorneys across the Labor & Employment Practice Group to develop litigation strategies and provide comprehensive client service.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsive and practical legal guidance.
Why Join?
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a well-established Labor & Employment practice that advises a diverse range of public, private, nonprofit, and governmental employers. The team is known for its collaborative approach, sophisticated legal work, and commitment to delivering practical solutions in a rapidly evolving employment law landscape. Attorneys are given significant responsibility, direct client exposure, and meaningful opportunities for professional development. The firm's collegial culture emphasizes mentorship, teamwork, and community engagement, creating an environment where attorneys can build rewarding and successful careers.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: Expected base salary range of $200,000+, determined by experience and market factors
- Eligibility for multiple bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance; paid parental leave; HSA/FSA; 401(k) and profit-sharing retirement plan; employee referral program; PTO and holidays; an employee assistance program; and corporate discounts
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and a writing sample for consideration.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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About Company
Gables Search Group headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio has been a leader in search and placement nationwide since 2002. Our company specializes in both direct and contract (temporary) staffing in all industries and disciplines.
At Gables Search Group, we connect exceptional professionals with outstanding organizations. Our commitment to integrity, excellence, partnership, innovation, and respect sets us apart. With a personalized approach to recruitment, we ensure the perfect match between candidates and employers.
Whether you are a talented professional seeking new opportunities or an organization looking to build a high-performing team, Gables Search Group is here to guide you through the journey. Our success is built on the success of our clients and candidates, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the careers and businesses we serve.
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