St. Louis - Employment Litigation Associate

The ideal candidate will have: Experience drafting pleadings and substantive motions, managing discovery, and taking or defending depositions The ability to manage matters with limited supervision and exercise sound legal judgment Strong research, writing, analytical, and communication skills Strong case-management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and keep clients informed Excellent academic credentials A collaborative approach and the ability to build effective relationships with colleagues and clients Experience with wage and hour matters under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and applicable state laws is a plus. A JD from an ABA-accredited law school and admission to the Missouri Bar are required. Admission to the Illinois Bar is a plus. Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Benefits: Fisher Phillips offers a comprehensive benefits package for attorneys that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, 401(k) and carve-out election, profit sharing, life insurance, long-term disability, and an employee assistance program. Optional benefits include critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, a student loan refinancing program, life insurance for dependents, and pet insurance.