Employment and Labor Associate

Position Overview

Day Pitney's Employment & Labor group is seeking an associate with 3-4 years of employment and labor experience to join our growing team in either our Stamford, Hartford or Parsippany office.

Candidates should have a background in employment litigation (employer side) and demonstrated experience in performing legal research and representing employers in various labor and employment-related matters, including litigation in state and federal court, before state and federal administrative agencies, and in labor arbitration.  A background in non-compete litigation is helpful.  Experience with employment matters, such as those involving allegations of discrimination, breach of contract, and wage and hour violations is preferred. Experience counseling employers on labor relations and employment law matters, conducting internal investigations, and drafting employment-related policies and agreements is a plus.

Day Pitney's Employment & Labor team advises clients on a broad range of labor and employment issues that impact the modern workplace.  Our lawyers represent clients in state and federal courts, as well as before the National Labor Relations Board and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.  The team partners with clients to understand the nuances of their unique workplace and to craft advice for the best possible outcome. Click here for more information about the Employment & Labor group.

Hybrid Work Environment

Day Pitney recognizes the value of flexible working arrangements alongside the benefits of in-office collaboration. To support both, the firm offers a hybrid work environment that allows attorneys to work remotely two days per week.

Requirements

• 3-4 years of demonstrated employment & labor litigation experience
• Excellent technical, legal research, professional and client service skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication and advocacy skills
• Team-oriented with an emphasis on collaboration
• Effective and efficient problem-solving capabilities with the ability to work independently and proactively, and to develop creative solutions to meet client and team needs
• Bar admission in good standing in the jurisdiction you plan to practice (CT or NJ) is required.  Admission to NY, PA or MA is a plus.

About Day Pitney

Day Pitney, an East Coast-based law firm with national and international reach, has approximately 330 attorneys in 13 offices in Connecticut, Florida, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island and Washington, DC. Day Pitney's Corporate, Litigation, and Trusts and Estates attorneys represent a variety of clients from individuals to Fortune 500companies. Since 1902, Day Pitney has been working collaboratively and effectively with clients in a wide range of industries, including Energy and Utilities; Financial Services; Healthcare and Life Sciences; Insurance and Reinsurance; Intellectual Property and Technology; Family Office Practice; Real Estate and Environmental; and Tax Exempt Organizations and Charitable Giving. Day Pitney's lawyers provide deep bench knowledge and experience and work seamlessly across disciplines to guide our clients through the evolving legal landscape. For more information on Day Pitney, visit www.daypitney.com. 

Join Us

If you want to join a collaborative, energetic, and nurturing environment where you will take on complex challenges and have a direct impact on the successes of businesses and the lives of people. Day Pitney is the place for you. You will be a key contributor working on sophisticated legal matters alongside recognized leaders in their fields, with mentoring and support along the way to hone your skills and help you reach your career goals.

Required application materials include a cover letter, resume, transcript, and writing sample (two to three pages from your academic or work experience of which you are the sole author).

Day Pitney does not accept blind submissions or unsolicited resumes from search firms. All candidate and search firm submissions must be submitted through our online portal.

Day Pitney is an Equal Opportunity Employer.