Senior Level Employment Attorney in Kentucky in Georgetown

Job Description

8+ Years Employment Litigation Attorney (Senior-Level) – Lexington, KY     

Seeking a Employment Litigation Associate with 8+ years of solid labor-and-employment law on the employer/manager defense side.  Candidate should have experience with litigation defense of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage-and-hour claims; contract litigation including non-compete/solicit and other restrictive covenant and unfair competition litigation; day-to-day HR advice and counsel for the employer.  Transactional experience is a plus, including drafting and negotiating employment contracts, contractor agreements, and severance and separation agreements   Superior client communication, writing, research, computer, and organizational skills are a must. Portable Book of Business is Required.  

Why This Opportunity:

• This is a small firm with a big law firm feel.  They do the sophisticated work of a big law firm, but with all the benefits of a small firm.
• Work/Life balance is required! Unlimited PTO is one of the benefits.
• This firm is ready to invest in you and provides mentorship and many resources, but is also not afraid to allow you to take control of your time and practice.   

Background Requirements:

• 8 Years minimum experience with labor and employment law as described above preferred.
• Book of business required.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Kentucky.
• Must be able to handle cases from inception to conclusion.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent analytical, research, and writing skills.

Compensation: Based on years of experience and the book of business you bring with you!

How to Apply: If you are interested, you can either apply to this posting or contact Meghan Young at meghan.young@gogpac.com or 937-741-3847

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.