Elite Sourcing, LLC.
Employment Litigation Associate
Elite Sourcing, LLC., Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102
Employment Litigation Associate
Position Overview
The Employment Litigation Associate will support the firm’s Labor & Employment Practice Group by handling a wide range of employment-related disputes for clients across various industries. This role includes defending employers in state and federal courts throughout Texas, as well as before administrative agencies such as the EEOC, TWC, and DOL. The ideal candidate has strong litigation skills, excellent writing ability, and experience navigating employment statutes and workplace disputes.
Key Responsibilities
Represent employers in employment litigation matters, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage-and-hour, and non‑compete/trade secret disputes.
Manage cases from initial intake through trial preparation, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
Conduct depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
Prepare and argue motions in state and federal courts.
Assist with administrative proceedings before the EEOC, TWC, and other regulatory bodies (position statements, mediations, investigations).
Provide legal research, analysis, and risk assessment related to federal and Texas employment laws.
Support clients by reviewing and drafting employment-related agreements, handbooks, and policies as needed.
Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and internal team members.
Participate in case strategy meetings and contribute to litigation planning and client counseling.
Required Qualifications
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
Active license in
Texas
(in good standing).
1–5 years of employment litigation experience preferred (adjustable as needed).
Strong understanding of key statutes, including Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FLSA, FMLA, and Chapter 21 of the Texas Labor Code.
Excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills.
Experience with depositions, hearings, and motion practice is strongly preferred.
Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Comprehensive benefits package including
health, dental, vision, and 401(k) .
Hybrid or flexible work arrangements may be available.
Continuing legal education (CLE) and professional development support.
Please send your resume and cover letter to michael@elitesourcing.llc
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Key Responsibilities
Represent employers in employment litigation matters, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage-and-hour, and non‑compete/trade secret disputes.
Manage cases from initial intake through trial preparation, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
Conduct depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
Prepare and argue motions in state and federal courts.
Assist with administrative proceedings before the EEOC, TWC, and other regulatory bodies (position statements, mediations, investigations).
Provide legal research, analysis, and risk assessment related to federal and Texas employment laws.
Support clients by reviewing and drafting employment-related agreements, handbooks, and policies as needed.
Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and internal team members.
Participate in case strategy meetings and contribute to litigation planning and client counseling.
Required Qualifications
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
Active license in
Texas
(in good standing).
1–5 years of employment litigation experience preferred (adjustable as needed).
Strong understanding of key statutes, including Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FLSA, FMLA, and Chapter 21 of the Texas Labor Code.
Excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills.
Experience with depositions, hearings, and motion practice is strongly preferred.
Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Comprehensive benefits package including
health, dental, vision, and 401(k) .
Hybrid or flexible work arrangements may be available.
Continuing legal education (CLE) and professional development support.
Please send your resume and cover letter to michael@elitesourcing.llc
#J-18808-Ljbffr