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Senior Associate- Labor and Employment
Goodspeed Merrill is a dynamic and rapidly growing law firm committed to providing top-notch legal services to our diverse client base. With a focus on excellence, innovation, and client satisfaction, we take pride in fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. As we continue to expand our legal team, we are seeking a talented Senior Associate focusing on employment issues. Goodspeed Merrill is where passion meets excellence.
Position Overview: The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in employment law, with experience handling a variety of employment-related matters. The role is varied and requires superior comprehension of employment law issues as we represent both plaintiffs and corporate clients. This role requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual who can provide strategic counsel to clients while effectively managing caseloads. Experience with partnership disputes, complex incentive plans, trade secret litigation, accommodation management, leave, and wage-hour compliance are desirable.
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Responsibilities:
- Conduct legal research and analysis on employment law issues.
- Draft, review, and advise clients on employment-related agreements, policies, and documentation.
- Contribute to business development activities including training, client email blasts, luncheons, and networking events.
- Provide legal advice and guidance to clients on a range of employment matters, including discrimination, harassment, wage and hour compliance, and employee relations.
- Contribute to and keep forms up to date including releases, handbooks employment agreements, and non-compete agreements.
- Represent clients in administrative proceedings, negotiations, and mediations.
- Operate with significant autonomy on matters with oversight and support as needed.
- Prepare and advise clients on all types of employment related documents.
- Collaborate with senior attorneys, partners, and legal staff to develop case strategies and solutions.
- Stay informed about changes in employment laws and regulations.
This is an in-person role. Hybrid work may be considered after six months of employment.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Active bar membership in Colorado.
- 5+ years of experience practicing law with demonstrable experience in employment law.
- Strong understanding of federal and state employment laws and regulations.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to handle a diverse caseload and work independently.
- Strong research and analytical skills.
- Occasional support on other corporate or litigation matters as needed.
- Commitment to providing outstanding client service.
Benefits and Compensation:
The salary range for this position is $135,000-$155,000 depending on experience. We have a dynamic bonus program for senior associate level attorneys which permits time for business development without sacrificing bonus eligibility after achieving 1,500 billable hours.
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
401(k) Plan
Paid Time Off
Colorado Bar dues and CLEs
In-house mentoring program
Goodspeed Merrill is located near Lincoln and I-25 in the Meridian Business Park
*We will not be working with recruiters for this role