Pittsburgh | Hybrid

Labor & Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

AmLaw 100 Opportunity

Compensation

$260,000 – $390,000+

A premier national law firm is seeking a Labor & Employment Litigation Associate Attorney to join its Pittsburgh office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing employers, private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, and senior executives in sophisticated employment disputes and strategic workforce matters.

Ideal Background

• 5+ years of labor & employment litigation experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience representing employers in employment litigation, restrictive covenant disputes, trade secret litigation, and executive mobility matters

• Experience handling all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, injunction proceedings, hearings, and trial preparation

• Experience litigating matters involving non-compete agreements, confidentiality agreements, trade secrets, and unfair competition claims

• Experience advising clients regarding executive departures, onboarding, compensation arrangements, and workforce risk management

• Experience supporting the employment aspects of private equity and M&A transactions, including due diligence, integration, and post-closing employment issues, is preferred

• Experience conducting or supporting internal investigations, whistleblower matters, and other sensitive personnel issues is a plus

• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills

• Ability to work directly with clients on sensitive, high-stakes matters requiring discretion, sound judgment, and strategic thinking

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Pennsylvania bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Sophisticated national labor & employment platform

✅ Exposure to high-stakes employment disputes and executive mobility matters

✅ Significant client interaction and responsibility

✅ Opportunity to advise employers, private equity sponsors, and senior executives on mission-critical workforce issues

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 100 environment

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

[email protected]
(216) 710-5174