Job Description

Labor & Employment Attorney
Location: Dallas, TX

A nationally respected litigation firm is seeking a Labor & Employment Attorney to join its growing Dallas practice. This opportunity is open to associates through partner-level attorneys. Lateral partners and equity candidates with a portable book of business of approximately $500K plus are strongly encouraged to apply.

This role offers meaningful courtroom exposure, hands-on litigation experience, strong mentorship, and a clear path for long-term advancement within a trial-focused platform.

Key Qualifications

• Active Texas law license

• 3+ years of labor & employment and/or civil litigation experience

• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills

• Ability to independently manage deadlines and multiple matters

• Deposition or hearing experience preferred

Role Responsibilities

• Handle a mix of labor & employment and general defense litigation matters

• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda

• Take and defend depositions and assist with trial preparation

• Work directly with partners on case strategy and motion practice

• Collaborate within a trial-driven litigation team

Preferred Experience

• Trial or arbitration experience

• Exposure to wage & hour, discrimination, retaliation, or workplace investigations

• Interest in expanding into related practice areas or cross-disciplinary work

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience

• Performance-based bonus opportunities

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

• 401(k) with employer contribution

• Generous PTO and parental leave

• Structured mentorship and formal trial training programs

• Clear advancement track for associates, counsel, and partners

To Apply

This is a confidential search. To be considered, submit your resume in confidence to Brian via email to Brian.Farley@gogpac.com or give him a call at (605) 403-5177. All communication is strictly confidential.

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.