Mid-Level Attorney – Employment Defense Litigation and Counseling (4–6 Years)

Paduano & Weintraub LLP
New York, NY

Company: Paduano & Weintraub LLP
Location: New York City
Position: Mid-Level Attorney – Employment Defense Litigation and Counseling 

Company Overview:
Paduano & Weintraub LLP is a highly regarded, sophisticated boutique law firm headquartered in Rockefeller Center. We specialize in employment defense litigation, counseling and mergers and acquisition support. We are seeking a mid-level associate to support our growing practice.

Job Description:
We seek a talented and motivated mid-level attorney with 4–6 years of experience to join our Chambers ranked Labor & Employment Group. This role offers significant hands-on responsibility and the opportunity to take a lead role on matters while working closely with partners and clients.

Responsibilities:

  • Handle all aspects of employment defense litigation, including factual investigation, drafting position statements and pleadings, discovery and motion practice.

  • Take ownership of cases and manage day-to-day litigation activities.

  • Conduct depositions, appear in court, and participate in mediations and settlement negotiations.

  • Conduct legal research and provide timely, strategic analysis and recommendations to clients.

  • Counsel clients on a variety of employment-related issues, including reductions in force, terminations, equal pay audits, workplace investigations, and compliance with wage and hour and other employment laws.

  • Draft employment policies, employment agreements, separation agreements and training materials.

  • Provide M&A support; conduct employment diligence into target companies.

  • Work closely with partners on litigation strategy and client development.

Qualifications:

  • Excellent academic credentials

  • Admitted to the New York State Bar

  • Four to six years of litigation experience (law firm experience strongly preferred)

  • Excellent analytical, writing, and oral communication skills

  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple matters independently and meet deadlines

  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

New York Disclaimer:
This position is based in New York. The expected salary range for this role is $200,000 to $250,000 commensurate with experience and qualifications


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