Employment Litigation Associate
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LocationPortsmouth, NH
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience2+ yrs
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedNov 24, 2025 · 11mo ago
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Posted by the company on Nov 24, 2025
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JD from accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials
2+ years of experience, employment law background strongly preferred
Current NH bar admission or ability to obtain admission
Understanding of current agency (state and federal) procedures
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Attention to detail and commitment to excellence
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
Employment law background strongly preferred
About the company
Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.
The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”.
About the role
This position is located in our Portsmouth, NH Office.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims and agency charges of discrimination.
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Advise, counsel, and train employers on various employment and labor law issues.
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Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration in employment matters, including class/collective actions and discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases.
Skills and Educational Requirements:
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JD from accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials
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2+ years of experience, employment law background strongly preferred.
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Current NH bar admission or ability to obtain admission.
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Understanding of current agency (state and federal) procedures
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Excellent written and oral communication skills
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Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
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Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
•
Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
Legal
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.