Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

The Woodbury, Long Island office of Kaufman Dolowich LLP a nationally recognized law firm honored by U.S. News as one of the “Best Companies to Work For – Law Firms,” is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate Attorney with at least one year of experience in commercial and/or employment litigation to join our expanding practice.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a growing, dynamic, and highly collaborative team within a firm of more than 250+ attorneys nationwide. Our culture is defined by progressive thinking, integrity, advancement, innovation & excellence in client service, all strengthened by an unparalleled team of talented attorneys and business professionals alike.

The role offers a flexible, hybrid work environment that supports work-life balance while allowing attorneys to perform at their best.

Responsibilities

• Managing a full litigation caseload from inception through resolution
• Communicating directly with clients and providing regular case updates
• Taking and defending depositions
• Handling mediations
• Participating in investigations, court appearances, motion practice, and trials

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in commercial and/or employment litigation
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required
• Law Review and/or Moot Court experience preferred
• Admission to practice in New York
• Exceptional writing, research, and communication skills

Preferred Experience

• Employment litigation matters, including employment discrimination, workplace harassment, wage and hour disputes, and traditional labor law matters
• Federal and state wage and hour cases, including collective and class actions
• Investigations before the U.S. Department of Labor, New York State Department of Labor, EEOC, and other state and local human rights agencies

Why KD?

• Competitive compensation packages aligned with the New York market
• Robust Bonus program, including both discretionary and billable hours-based incentives
• Comprehensive wellness and benefits package supporting your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance
• Uncapped opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Team-first culture with open communication and strong support
• The opportunity to do impactful, meaningful work that drives real client results within a flexible, hybrid, remote or onsite work environment that is inclusive and collaborative no matter the schedule or the time zone.

Base Salary Range: $110,000 – $150,000

Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of Kaufman Dolowich’s comprehensive Total Rewards package, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at KD without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. KD is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.