Job Description

Williams Parker , the region's largest and oldest law firm founded in 1925, is seeking an experienced Labor & Employment Attorney with 5-10 years of experience and a portable book of business to join our dynamic team in Sarasota, Florida. Whether you are already licensed to practice law in Florida - or planning to relocate and willing to sit for the Florida Bar in the near future - you are encouraged to apply.

As a Labor & Employment Attorney with Williams Parker, you will represent public and private employers of all sizes. You will represent clients in federal and state courts, as well as before federal, state, and local administrative agencies. You will also assist clients with risk management and workplace policies, helping employers avoid claims and minimize litigation by providing preventive daily advice, periodic formal training, employment audits, and training seminars to educate clients about human resource issues. You will help managers with difficult hiring, discipline, layoff, and termination issues; respond to internal complaints; and help clients traverse high-risk situations.

For more information about our Labor & Employment practice, click here.

Requirements

• Education: Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensure: Member of The Florida Bar or licensed to practice law in another state and in good standing. Florida Bar Board Certification in a relevant area is preferred.
• Experience: 5-10 years of experience in the following areas is highly preferred: ADA, affirmative action, arbitration, class action, counseling, e-discovery, EEOC, employee benefits, ERISA, FLSA, immigration, investigations, labor relations, litigation, NLRB, OSHA, Title VII, wage & hour, and whistleblower.
• Client-Centric Approach: Strong focus on providing exceptional client service and building long-term relationships based on trust and expertise.
• Business Development: Demonstrated ability to cultivate and maintain a portable book of business, leveraging existing relationships and generating new client opportunities.
• Proactive Problem-Solving: Ability to anticipate and address potential risks and legal challenges before they escalate into formal disputes.
• Initiative and Self-Motivation: Self-driven with a strong sense of accountability and the ability to take ownership of projects and client matters.
• Effective Communicator: Ability to communicate complex legal concepts in a clear, concise, and persuasive manner, both in writing and verbally, with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
• Relationship Builder: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop rapport with clients, peers, and colleagues, fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Time Management and Organization: Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, meet deadlines, and handle competing demands in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Adaptability and Resilience: Flexibility to navigate changing client needs, legal requirements, and shifting business priorities with poise and professionalism.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and thoroughness when handling legal documentation, training materials, and client communications.
• Ethical Judgement and Integrity: Strong commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards and maintaining confidentiality, while providing sound legal advice and counsel.
• Leadership and Mentorship: Willingness to guide and mentor junior attorneys, paralegals, and support staff, fostering their professional growth and ensuring high standards of work.

Benefits

At Williams Parker, you will have an opportunity to play an important role in continuing the success of our law firm and to take advantage of the many benefits we offer for your personal and professional growth. You will also find you are joining a team of attorneys and staff who have made Williams Parker not only a top-notch law firm but also a great place to work. We offer a competitive total rewards package, including:

• Market leading compensation package
• Low billable hour requirement
• Direct mentorship, leadership training, and integration with firm practices
• Excellent health, disability, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Employee Savings Plan with employer contributions
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Perks platform offering over 30,000 unique discounts
• Referral program
• Wellness programs

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