Job Description

Kaufman Dolowich, an AV-rated firm designated one of the Best Companies to Work For among U.S. law firms by U.S. News & World Report, is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate with a minimum of 4 -8 years of experience for its Woodbury, Long Island office. The candidate would be joining a growing, dynamic firm with more than 200 attorneys nationwide.

KD provides a friendly, respectful and intellectual work environment. Our attorneys consistently earn accolades for excellent lawyering and client service. We are a prominent and diverse law firm, offering growth, leadership and educational opportunities to all of our team members.

Hybrid or Remote work option. Location is flexible. Attorneys can work out of any state where we have a firm office as long as admitted in NY.

• JD from an ABA accredited Law School.
• Admitted to NY Bar and in good standing.
• A minimum of 4 8 years of employment litigation experience including discrimination, harassment, wage & hour and employment contract cases.
• Familiarity with federal and state employment statutes.
• Experience developing strategy, drafting pleadings, taking/defending depositions, arguing motions and the capability of working independently.
• Experience providing advice and counsel on workplace law issues, including employee relations, mitigation of risk, ADA and other workplace accommodation, employment agreements, reductions-in-force, and employment-related policies is also beneficial.
• Strong academic credentials and have excellent oral and written communication skills.

The total annual compensation range for this position is $125,000 - $160,000. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to base salary, Kaufman Dolowich offers an annual discretionary bonus, performance-based bonus, unlimited PTO, professional and client development and a full comprehensive benefits package.

As part of our ongoing effort to actively recruit and advance lawyers of diverse backgrounds, Kaufman Dolowich participates in Mansfield Rule Certification and is a five-time recognized law firm. The process measures whether law firms affirmatively consider diverse lawyers for promotions, senior level hiring and significant leadership roles. Kaufman Dolowich strives for a candidate pool consisting of at least 30% women, attorneys of color, and/or LGBTQ+ attorneys for all lateral partner and mid-to-senior-level associate hires.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Kaufman Dolowich without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. Kaufman Dolowich is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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