Careers

FordHarrison offers experienced attorneys the opportunity to work with experts in all areas of employment litigation, labor relations, employee benefits, and business immigration. Our marketing department partners with attorneys to develop personal business development plans and utilize marketing tools and resources to promote client and business development. If you are looking for an opportunity to pursue labor and employment law with a well-established and growing firm, FordHarrison may be the beginning of a long and satisfying career.

Associate, Hartford, Connecticut

FordHarrison LLP, a national labor and employment firm, is seeking an associate for its Hartford office. The ideal candidate must have four to five years of substantive litigation experience, preferably at a boutique labor and employment firm or in the employment practices group at a general practice firm. Candidates must possess excellent academic credentials, strong communication, analytical, writing, and interpersonal skills. Candidates must be admitted to practice in Connecticut. Competitive salary and benefits are offered with this position. Please submit cover letter, resume and a copy of your law school transcript to Lavern J. Wilson, Talent & Recruiting Partner at lwilson@fordharrison.com. No phone calls or search agencies.

Associate, Los Angeles, California

FordHarrison LLP, a national labor and employment firm, is seeking an attorney for its Los Angeles office. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of six years’ substantive labor and employment experience at a general practice or boutique labor and employment firm. Wage and hour experience would be a plus. Candidates must possess excellent academic credentials, strong communication, analytical, writing, and interpersonal skills. Candidates must be admitted to practice in California.

Competitive salary and benefits are offered with this position. Our attorneys have the flexibility to work a hybrid work schedule. In accordance with California law, the expected salary range for this California position is between $240,000 and $270,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors as permitted by law. 

Please submit cover letter, resume and a copy of your law school transcript to Lavern J. Wilson, Talent & Recruiting Partner at lwilson@fordharrison.com. No phone calls or search agencies.

FordHarrison provides first-class service to our clients, which means we are always seeking staff professionals who are high performers, entrepreneurial, and ready to thrive in our rewarding work environment. It takes communication and trust to function efficiently as a national firm, and a collaborative staff to make it all run seamlessly. We value cultural differences and we are committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and developing an inclusive environment. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, competitive pay, and a comfortable working environment.

Business Development Assistant

FordHarrison LLP, a national labor and employment law firm, headquartered in Atlanta, GA, is in search of a Business Development Assistant. This entry-level position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, inquisitive, and detail-oriented with excellent interpersonal skills. As the Business Development Assistant, you will provide administrative support in the Atlanta office for a firm with 28 offices throughout the country. You must be comfortable interfacing with colleagues at all levels within the organization, and meticulous data entry and proofing skills are essential. You will report directly to the Director of Business Development and work within a team led by the Chief Client Development Officer. Position is hybrid (after an initial training period): in-office and some remote work. 

Responsibilities:

• Supporting the business development and marketing team with additional projects and assignments as needed.
• Assisting with research for company/target litigation history, opposing counsel information, etc.
• Assisting assembling and sending business development materials, including firm overviews, client presentations, and client meeting collateral.
• Assisting in the execution of client-focused distance learning through Zoom, GoToWebinar, etc.
• Assisting with routine attorney biography and general website updates.
• Tracking business development focused activities.
• Processing attorney business development reimbursements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree, focus in business or marketing-related field preferred. 
• Prior work experience preferred (may include relevant internship).
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Excellent communication skills- both written and verbal. 
• Ability to work independently in a team environment, effectively manage time and tight deadlines. 
• Demonstrates initiative and can work independently. 
• Willing to adjust priorities as deadlines require. 
• Position is hybrid (after an initial training period): in-office and some remote work.

FordHarrison LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. 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 characteristic protected by law.

Interested applicants should submit cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to staffcareers@fordharrison.com. No phone calls or search agencies.

At FordHarrison, by hiring the most qualified candidates, we are able to provide our clients with the highest level of service. Whether you are an experienced attorney, just out of law school, or an administrative professional, FordHarrison offers advantages such as professional development and training initiatives, competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package and collegial work environment. In an ever-changing world of labor and employment law, it is important to be a part of a growing national practice that knows no boundaries.

FordHarrison benefits include: medical insurance with prescription drug benefits, substantially subsidized by the firm; Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance; pre-tax Cafeteria Plan; Flexible Spending Accounts, Healthcare Spending Accounts with firm contribution; long term and short term disability; self-directed 401(K) with firm match; leave time and holidays; paid parking (where applicable); and firm matched qualifying charitable contributions up to $500 per year per employee.  Attorneys also benefit from professional liability insurance, continuing legal education, state bar and local affiliation dues and in-house continuing legal education opportunities. 

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FordHarrison is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or marital status.