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Wage & Hour Associate - New York, NY in New York

Date Posted: 05 November 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

A well-regarded New York law firm is adding a Wage & Hour Associate to its team. This is a chance to do sophisticated, substantive work, take real ownership of your matters, and grow alongside experienced attorneys.

 

What you'll do

- Defend employers in wage and hour class and collective actions (FLSA and state law)

- Draft motions, briefs, and discovery

- Advise clients on pay practices and compliance

- Take and defend depositions

 

What you bring

- J.D. and active New York bar admission (or eligibility to waive in)

- 3+ years of wage and hour or employment litigation experience

- Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills

- The ability to manage matters with increasing independence

 

Why this role

- Sophisticated, hands-on work with meaningful responsibility

- A collaborative, supportive culture

- Competitive compensation and benefits

 

All inquiries are kept strictly confidential. Apply today to learn more.

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.

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