Class Action Senior Associate Attorney or Counsel (Labor & Employment)
CLASS ACTION SR. ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY OR COUNSELLABOR & EMPLOYMENT FOCUS
Our client, a prominent
This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced litigator to join a collegial and forward-thinking team specializing in class action litigation. You will work on
The firm is committed to
Interested candidates should submit a
Our client is an
CLASS ACTION SR. ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY OR COUNSEL
LABOR & EMPLOYMENT FOCUS
Locations: Atlanta, GA | Austin, TX | Dallas, TX |Fort Worth, TX | Houston, TX
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Our client, a prominentAmLaw 100firm, is seeking a highly motivatedSenior Associate AttorneyorSenior Counselto join its dynamic and expandingClass Action Practice Group. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative and high-stakes litigation with a collaborative team of skilled professionals.
Candidate Profile
- JDfrom atop-tier law schoolwith a
- strong academic record
- Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction
- 7+ yearsof substantive experience incomplex litigationwith a focus on
- class actions
- Extensive experiencedefending class action lawsuits, including but not limited to:
- Employment discrimination ,
- workplace privacy , and
- EEOC/DOL matters
- Wage and hour claims ,
- statutory or
- common law privacy issues
- Products liability and
- consumer fraud disputes
- Exceptional legal research and writing skills
- A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset and a desire to tackle cutting-edge legal issues
Key Responsibilities
- Litigate a variety of
- high-profile class action cases , with a particular focus on
- labor and employment class actions
- Develop case strategiesand provide supportthroughout all aspects of litigation, from
- discovery to
- trial
- Provide strategic counselto clients on complex legal issues
- Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality legal solutions
- Maintain direct client relationships and manage case teams effectively
Why Join Us?
This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced litigator to join a collegial and forward-thinking team specializing in class action litigation. You will work onhigh-impact casesinvolvingcutting-edge legal theories and strategies, contributing to theevolution of class action law.
The firm is committed toprofessional growth, offering resources and mentorship to support your career trajectory. With apart-hybridwork environment and locations in major markets, you’ll enjoy flexibility and the chance to work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative setting.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Salary: Expected annual base salary of
- $350,000+ , as determined by experience and market factors
- Bonus Eligibility
- Comprehensive Benefits Package:Includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid parental leave; commuter benefits; employee assistance programs; paid time off; emergency childcare; 401(k)/retirement plans; and additional firm-sponsored perks
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit acover letter,resume,law school transcript, and awriting samplefor consideration.
Our client is anEqual Opportunity Employer.
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Freqently Asked Questions
Atlanta's legal market for class action attorneys is moderately competitive, given its status as a major business hub. Firms like Schuback Search Associates seek candidates with strong litigation backgrounds, especially in labor and employment, making experience and specialized skills key differentiators.
Bar admission in Georgia is essential for this role, with additional credentials in labor and employment law enhancing a candidate's profile. Local familiarity with Georgia’s employment statutes and EEOC regulations is highly advantageous for navigating class action lawsuits effectively.
Employers prioritize deep expertise in defending complex class actions, including wage-hour disputes, employment discrimination, and privacy issues. Mastery in strategic litigation planning, superior legal writing, and proactive client counseling are also critical competencies for this role.
Progression often involves taking on higher-profile cases, leading litigation teams, and developing client relationships. Building a reputation in innovative legal strategies and contributing to precedent-setting cases can open paths to senior counsel or partner positions.
Handling voluminous discovery, coordinating with cross-disciplinary teams, and managing evolving case strategies are typical daily challenges. Balancing client expectations while navigating complex statutory frameworks demands both legal acumen and adaptive problem-solving.
Schuback Search Associates fosters a collaborative environment with mentorship and resources geared toward professional growth. Their hybrid work model and emphasis on innovation provide senior attorneys with flexibility and opportunities to influence evolving class action law.
The role offers a competitive base salary starting at $350,000, supplemented by bonus eligibility and comprehensive benefits including medical, parental leave, and retirement plans. This aligns with or exceeds typical compensation for senior class action litigators in Atlanta’s legal market.
Candidates are expected to provide a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and a writing sample. These materials help demonstrate legal expertise, academic background, and writing skills crucial for success in complex class action litigation.
Salary is influenced by years of experience, the complexity of cases handled, firm size, and market demand. Atlanta's growing corporate landscape and legal competition tend to drive salaries for senior litigators upward, especially those with proven class action expertise.
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