Litigation Attorney Workplace Justice

Litigation Attorney Workplace Justice

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney to represent employees facing workplace discrimination, retaliation, and harassment. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation experience, excellent legal writing and advocacy skills, and a passion for protecting employees' rights.

In this role, you will handle employment litigation matters before administrative agencies and federal courts, including proceedings before the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and District Courts. You will manage cases through depositions, summary judgment, and pre-litigation negotiations while providing effective legal guidance to clients.

This is a full-time hybrid position based in Alexandria, Virginia, with remote work and two days per week in the office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) proceedings.
• Litigate cases before the EEOC and in District Courts.
• Lead depositions and manage cases through summary judgment.
• Apply expertise in Title VII, FMLA, ADA, ERISA, and FLSA.
• Counsel clients facing workplace discrimination, retaliation, and harassment.
• Draft compelling demand letters to achieve favorable pre-litigation resolutions.
• Develop effective litigation strategies to protect clients' rights and interests.
• Manage multiple cases while meeting annual billable hour expectations of 1,700 hours.
• Collaborate with attorneys and other team members on case management and client representation.
• Take initiative and manage legal matters effectively under pressure.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience.
• Labor and employment litigation experience is highly valued.
• Federal sector litigation experience preferred but not required.
• Virginia Bar license preferred; candidates willing to waive into the Virginia Bar will also be considered.
• Maryland or District of Columbia Bar admission is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of Title VII, FMLA, ADA, ERISA, and FLSA.
• Experience handling administrative proceedings, federal court litigation, depositions, and summary judgment matters.
• Excellent client counseling and communication skills.
• Strong legal writing and advocacy abilities, particularly in drafting demand letters and developing litigation strategies.
• Strategic problem-solving skills and the ability to take initiative and work under pressure.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively with attorneys and team members.
• Ability to meet an annual billable hour requirement of 1,700 hours.

Why Join Us:

• Work on meaningful employment litigation matters and advocate for employees facing workplace injustices.
• Take ownership of cases and develop effective litigation strategies.
• Benefit from a flexible hybrid working arrangement.
• Receive marketing support to help build your legal practice.
• Get assistance with local Bar admissions.
• Work in a collaborative and well-organized legal team.
• Access opportunities for professional development and continued growth.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan eligibility after one year of employment.
• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) reimbursement.
• Bar fees covered by the firm.
• Hybrid working arrangement with two days per week in the Alexandria, Virginia office.
• Full home office equipment and support.
• Marketing support and assistance with local Bar admissions.