Employment Litigation Attorney - Richmond Office

Job Summary:

Sands Anderson PC is seeking an Employment Litigation Attorney with 5 or more years of experience to join our Labor & Employment Team in the Richmond Office. The role involves providing extensive labor and employment advice and representation from the Employer/Management perspective for various public and private entities.

Qualifications:

• Active Virginia state bar licensure: other state bar licensure is a plus
• Minimum of 5 years of practice with substantial experience in labor and employment law
• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent research and writing abilities
• Demonstrated counseling and litigation skills, including experience in state and federal courtrooms
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong problem-solving capabilities
• Exceptional client service orientation
• Outstanding organizational and prioritization skills with acute attention to detail
• Willingness and ability to familiarize with firm structure, policies, and practices
• Capacity to work independently with initiative, responsiveness, diplomacy, tact, and good judgment
• Ability to collaborate effectively across different office locations
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to convey a positive and professional image
• Strong ability to work under pressure while maintaining patience
• Capability to develop and implement strategies to acquire new business and uphold client relationships

Responsibilities:

• Offer comprehensive labor and employment advice and representation for public and private entities
• Engage in counseling, training, policy development, contract review and development, litigation, and representation before administrative agencies
• Conduct legal research, prepare legal documents, and represent clients in court
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients to address legal matters efficiently and effectively

Job Requirements:

• JD from an ABA approved law school
• Active license to practice law in VA and/or NC
• Entrepreneurial drive and desire to build client base
• To start the conversation, you should expect that you have portable book of business or proof of originating business at $200,000 annually or more.

At Sands Anderson, we provide a comprehensive employee benefits package to full time benefit eligible employees which includes:

• 401K with Firm Matching Contribution
• Employee Assistance Services
• Health Savings Account with Firm Contribution
• Holiday Pay
• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage
• Malpractice Insurance
• Marketing Allowance and Support
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Medical Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Program
• Paid Parking
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Dues and Continuing Education Allowance
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Smart Phone Allowance
• Wellness Program

Sands Anderson will not accept applicants submitted through search firms or legal recruiters for this position; only direct self-applications from candidates will be accepted.

Please apply to start the confidential conversation now!

Sands Anderson PC is an equal opportunity employer. Sands Anderson is a drug free workplace.