Labor & Employment Associate Attorney Job in Detroit, MI

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate to join its Detroit, Michigan office.

Position Overview:
This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of labor and employment matters, including complex litigation and day-to-day counseling for sophisticated clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle wage and hour class and collective action litigation
• Represent employers in single-plaintiff employment disputes
• Assist with union negotiations and traditional labor matters
• Advise clients on workplace compliance and risk management issues
• Manage matters involving OSHA regulations and EEOC charges
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and other filings
• Support discovery strategy and execution across multiple cases

Qualifications:

• 2–5 years of labor and employment law experience
• Demonstrated experience with wage and hour litigation and employment disputes
• Familiarity with union/labor relations and workplace regulatory matters (OSHA, EEOC)
• Strong legal writing, research, and motion practice skills
• Experience managing discovery and case workflows
• Proven ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Team-oriented mindset with a positive, proactive approach
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Interest or experience in business development is a plus

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and growing practice within a national platform, offering meaningful client interaction and exposure to sophisticated employment matters. Apply to this posting to learn more.