Associate Attorney

Title: Employment Litigation Attorney (Hybrid)

Salary: $130,000 – 150,000 annually, depending on experience

Location: New York, NY

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The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.

About Katz Melinger PLLC

As an employment litigation firm dedicated to protecting the rights of employees and individuals throughout New York and New Jersey, our attorneys represent clients in matters involving workplace discrimination, wage and hour violations, retaliation, wrongful termination, and commercial disputes. With a growing volume of class action work, the team is seeking an Employment Litigation Attorney who is passionate about employee advocacy and excited to independently manage cases, negotiate settlements, draft motions, and appear in court. To learn more, visit our website: .

Benefits:

• A hybrid schedule (1–2 days in-office)
• 15 vacation days + 5 sick days + 15 firm-observed holidays
• A $700 monthly medical insurance stipend
• A 401(k) plan with a firm match after 6 months
• 20% origination for business brought into and accepted by the firm
• No billable hour requirement
• A professional development budget for Lawline CLEs + up to 2 bar memberships
• A potential non-equity partnership track

Responsibilities:

• Independently manage employment litigation matters with minimal supervision
• Coordinate with legal assistants and maintain strong client communication
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation documents
• Conduct court appearances and attend conferences
• Negotiate settlements and support the resolution strategy
• Manage deadlines, workflows, and litigation processes efficiently

Requirements:

• 3+ years of employment litigation experience OR 2+ years of employment experience combined with 2+ years of general litigation experience
• An active New York Bar admission
• Ability to independently manage cases with little supervision
• Strong organizational and case management skills
• A systems- and process-oriented mindset
• Highly adaptable, self-sufficient, and collaborative professional demeanor

Bonus Experience:

• Class Action experience
• Plaintiff-side employment litigation experience
• Fluent in Spanish
• Experience handling class actions from inception through approval
• Admitted in New Jersey or eligible/willing to obtain NJ admission
• Standard office hours with work-life balance

Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not representative of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Katz Melinger PLLC is an equal opportunity employer. The position is located in the firm’s New York, NY office. Relocation Assistance is not offered for this position. xrczosw Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.