Labor & Employment Associate

Job description:

Location: Tampa, FL Work Model: Full-time, On-site (5 days/week) Practice: National Labor & Employment Practice Office Size: ~28 Attorneys Reason for Hire: Growth

We are seeking a Labor & Employment Associate to join a growing Tampa office within a nationally recognized Labor & Employment practice . This role is ideal for a litigation-focused associate who is eager to take on substantive responsibility and work closely with experienced partners in a fast-paced environment.

Handle primarily litigation matters within the Labor & Employment practice

Draft pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda

Manage discovery and support case strategy

Take ownership of substantive legal work and drive outcomes for a diverse client base

Qualifications:

36 years of experience as a federal judicial clerk and law firm associate

Federal judicial clerkship experience (required)

Associate experience at a law firm

Excellent academic credentials

High GPA

Top 30 law school

GPA must be listed on resume

Strong legal writing skills

Willing to work on-site 5 days/week

Located in Tampa or willing to relocate

Florida Bar admission or willingness to sit for the Florida Bar Exam

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

Nationally Recognized Firm This is a nationally recognized firm with a top-tier Labor & Employment practice that is highly ranked by leading legal directories. The firm is financially strong, operates conservatively, and has demonstrated sustained, long-term growth.

Merit-Based Compensation Compensation is performance-driven rather than strictly lockstep after the early associate years. Associates are eligible for meaningful discretionary bonuses based on impact, quality of work, and contributions beyond billable hours. Business development efforts are recognized early, with origination credit available to associates.

Clear Path to Partnership The firm offers a transparent and direct path to shareholder status without prolonged senior-associate holding patterns. Shareholders typically maintain their own books of business, and the firm supports entrepreneurial lawyers who want to build lasting client relationships.

Strong Tampa Office The Tampa office is a high-performing, growth-oriented location within the firm, combining a collaborative culture with meaningful responsibility despite its relatively lean size.

Substantive Work & Client Exposure Associates take on real responsibility early, working directly with clients on a wide range of matters. The practice is litigation-forward, goes to trial, and represents both emerging and established clients across multiple industries.

Investment in Success
There are no rigid caps on marketing or professional expenses. The firm actively invests in attorneys who are producing results and building the practice.