Michael Best & Friedrich LLP
Labor & Employment Partner
Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
The PositionMichael Best & Friedrich LLP
is seeking an experienced
Labor & Employment Partner
to join our
Austin office . The candidate must be a senior level attorney with a
minimum of ten (10) years
of
employment litigation and counseling experience . A book of a minimum of $400k in portable L&E business is required.The CompanyThis is an opportunity to work with the Best. We are
Michael Best & Friedrich, LLP . We are a full-service law firm with more than 350 lawyers and technical professionals who work in collaborative, interdisciplinary practices to serve clients around the world. We work with companies in all kinds of industries, as well as trade associations, nonprofits, educational institutions, governments, family trusts, and high-net-worth individuals. Since our firm’s founding in 1848, we’ve continuously evolved to meet our clients’ changing needs and expectations. One thing remains the same: For generations, clients have relied on
Michael Best
for exceptional legal service and business acumen.The LocationWe have offices in
Wisconsin
(Milwaukee, Madison, Manitowoc, Waukesha);
Illinois
(Chicago);
Utah
(Cottonwood Heights, Salt Lake City);
Colorado
(Denver, Broomfield);
Texas
(Austin); and
North Carolina
(Charlotte, Raleigh, Wilmington); and
Washington D.C.
Our contemporary office spaces are ideal for concentration and collaboration supporting our culture of working together to make great things happen for our clients.
This position is located in our Austin office.Job Requirements:Knowledge Base & Education:J.D. from an ABA accredited law schoolExcellent academic credentialsA minimum of ten years’ labor & employment experienceAdaptability:Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves and Firm needs changeAbility to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlinesAbility to work well independently as well as effectively within a teamCollaboration:Ability to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of the FirmCommunication:Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of internal and external clients, attorneys, and staffExcellent oral and written communication skillsAbility to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretionProblem Solving Skills:Ability and confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutionsAgility to respond to unexpected challenges, including proactively developing innovative solutions to complex problems while maintaining a professional demeanorProfessionalism:Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgmentValid authorization to work in the U.S.Why You Should ApplyAt Michael Best, we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that provides a variety of resources designed to enhance its employees’ overall well-being, both at work and at home. Competitive base pay, outstanding benefits, opportunities for learning and growth, programs designed to help you plan for the future, and perks that inspire your downtime are all part of our total compensation package.Learning and GrowthChallenging and Dynamic RoleCareer Development PlanningProfessional Growth OpportunitiesPerformance Management and CoachingSpecialized Training ProgramsMentorship ProgramBar Exam/Bar Review Course ReimbursementHealth & WellnessMedicalDentalVision CareHealth Savings AccountsFlexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramEmployee and Family Assistance ProgramTotal CompensationCompetitive Base PayOutstanding BenefitsUnlimited PTO Plus 10 Paid HolidaysPerformance RecognitionABA, State and Local Bar Membership Fee ReimbursementPlanning for the Future401(k) with Company ContributionShort Term Disability PlanLong Term Disability PlanLife InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceParental/Family LeaveCulture and WorkplaceRespected Organization with Collaborative CultureGrowing Firm with an Exciting FutureHealthy Work-Life BalanceFlexible Remote Work Policy (Ability to work remote up to 2.5 days per week)Contemporary Work EnvironmentPositive and Respectful Work ClimateTo be considered for this position, please submit an application via our online portal. Please contact Regina Kautzer (rnkautzer@michaelbest.com) with any questions.
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is seeking an experienced
Labor & Employment Partner
to join our
Austin office . The candidate must be a senior level attorney with a
minimum of ten (10) years
of
employment litigation and counseling experience . A book of a minimum of $400k in portable L&E business is required.The CompanyThis is an opportunity to work with the Best. We are
Michael Best & Friedrich, LLP . We are a full-service law firm with more than 350 lawyers and technical professionals who work in collaborative, interdisciplinary practices to serve clients around the world. We work with companies in all kinds of industries, as well as trade associations, nonprofits, educational institutions, governments, family trusts, and high-net-worth individuals. Since our firm’s founding in 1848, we’ve continuously evolved to meet our clients’ changing needs and expectations. One thing remains the same: For generations, clients have relied on
Michael Best
for exceptional legal service and business acumen.The LocationWe have offices in
Wisconsin
(Milwaukee, Madison, Manitowoc, Waukesha);
Illinois
(Chicago);
Utah
(Cottonwood Heights, Salt Lake City);
Colorado
(Denver, Broomfield);
Texas
(Austin); and
North Carolina
(Charlotte, Raleigh, Wilmington); and
Washington D.C.
Our contemporary office spaces are ideal for concentration and collaboration supporting our culture of working together to make great things happen for our clients.
This position is located in our Austin office.Job Requirements:Knowledge Base & Education:J.D. from an ABA accredited law schoolExcellent academic credentialsA minimum of ten years’ labor & employment experienceAdaptability:Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves and Firm needs changeAbility to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlinesAbility to work well independently as well as effectively within a teamCollaboration:Ability to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of the FirmCommunication:Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of internal and external clients, attorneys, and staffExcellent oral and written communication skillsAbility to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretionProblem Solving Skills:Ability and confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutionsAgility to respond to unexpected challenges, including proactively developing innovative solutions to complex problems while maintaining a professional demeanorProfessionalism:Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgmentValid authorization to work in the U.S.Why You Should ApplyAt Michael Best, we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that provides a variety of resources designed to enhance its employees’ overall well-being, both at work and at home. Competitive base pay, outstanding benefits, opportunities for learning and growth, programs designed to help you plan for the future, and perks that inspire your downtime are all part of our total compensation package.Learning and GrowthChallenging and Dynamic RoleCareer Development PlanningProfessional Growth OpportunitiesPerformance Management and CoachingSpecialized Training ProgramsMentorship ProgramBar Exam/Bar Review Course ReimbursementHealth & WellnessMedicalDentalVision CareHealth Savings AccountsFlexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramEmployee and Family Assistance ProgramTotal CompensationCompetitive Base PayOutstanding BenefitsUnlimited PTO Plus 10 Paid HolidaysPerformance RecognitionABA, State and Local Bar Membership Fee ReimbursementPlanning for the Future401(k) with Company ContributionShort Term Disability PlanLong Term Disability PlanLife InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceParental/Family LeaveCulture and WorkplaceRespected Organization with Collaborative CultureGrowing Firm with an Exciting FutureHealthy Work-Life BalanceFlexible Remote Work Policy (Ability to work remote up to 2.5 days per week)Contemporary Work EnvironmentPositive and Respectful Work ClimateTo be considered for this position, please submit an application via our online portal. Please contact Regina Kautzer (rnkautzer@michaelbest.com) with any questions.
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