Associate Attorney – Employment Law – Minimum 3 years of litigation experience
Hawks Quindel – Madison
We are a small law firm with a great team culture. Located in downtown Madison, we fight for the legal rights of workers!
Join our dynamic team where your legal experience, strong communication and analytical skills will make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients! We are seeking an experienced Associate Attorney specializing in employment law.
Key Responsibilities:
• Advise clients on their legal rights under state and federal anti-discrimination laws
• Conduct legal research using online databases such as LexisNexis
• Prepare, draft, and review litigation documents including pleadings, motions, and briefs
• Prepare and respond to written discovery
• Conduct depositions and assist other attorneys in preparing for depositions
• Represent clients before administrative agencies
• Supervise and mentor legal assistants
Qualifications:
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school
• Admission to the state bar of Wisconsin
• 3 or more years of experience in the practice of law
• Experience working in civil litigation
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in a variety of settings, particularly in the courtroom, with clients, and in networking settings
• Ability to explain complex legal concepts to persons outside the legal field
• Capacity to handle matters independently and also collaboratively with the firm’s shareholders and staff
Benefits:
• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Shareholder Track
• Bonus Structure in place for each full year of employment
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing – when eligible
• Health Insurance – 100% employer paid premium for employee and family
• Long & Short-Term Disability Insurance & Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off – minimum 18 days annually and 10+ Holidays
• Commuter reimbursement
To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and writing sample highlighting your experience in employment law. Please apply here - https://www.hq-law.com/about/careers/job-application/
