Since 1978, FordHarrison has grown from a handful of lawyers in one office to more than 200 labor and employment lawyers practicing in 28 offices across the country, including three of counsel affiliates. 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 – Chicago, IL
FordHarrison LLP is seeking a junior to mid-level associate (2-4 years) for its Chicago office. The ideal candidate must have two to three years’ substantive litigation experience (prior labor and employment litigation experience is preferred but not required). Candidates must possess excellent academic credentials, strong communication, analytical, writing and interpersonal skills. Candidates must be admitted to practice in Illinois. 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 – New York City
FordHarrison LLP is seeking a mid-level associate (3-5 years) for its New York City office. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of three years’ substantive labor and employment litigation experience at a general practice or boutique labor and employment firm and be able to work independently with moderate supervision. Class action and/or wage and hour litigation 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 New York. Competitive salary and benefits are offered with this position. Please submit cover letter and resume to Lavern J. Wilson, Talent & Recruiting Partner at lwilson@fordharrison.com. No phone calls or search agencies.
Associate – Berkeley Heights, New Jersey
FordHarrison LLP is seeking a mid-level associate for its New Jersey office. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of four years’ substantive labor and employment litigation experience at a general practice or boutique labor and employment firm and be able to work independently with moderate supervision. Class action and wage and hour litigation experience are strongly preferred. Candidates must possess excellent academic credentials, strong communication, analytical, writing and interpersonal skills. Candidates must be admitted to practice in New Jersey. Competitive salary and benefits are offered with this position. Please submit cover letter, resume, writing sample 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 – Washington, D.C.
FordHarrison LLP is seeking a mid-level associate for its Washington, D.C. office. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 3 years’ substantive litigation experience (prior labor and employment litigation experience is preferred) and be able to work independently with moderate supervision. Candidates must possess excellent academic credentials, strong communication, analytical, writing and interpersonal skills. Candidates must be admitted to practice in the District of Columbia. Competitive salary and benefits are offered with this position. Please submit cover letter, resume, writing sample 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 Attorney – Employee Benefits Litigation – Atlanta, Georgia
FordHarrison LLP, a national labor and employment firm, is seeking an Employee Benefits Litigation Associate for its Atlanta office. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years’ experience in retirement plans, health and welfare plans, executive compensation, non-qualified plans, and/or due diligence in connection with mergers and acquisition, with a general practice, boutique labor and employment law firm or governmental agency (DOL or IRS). Substantive experience litigating ERISA and other benefits issues is strongly preferred. Excellent academic credentials, strong communication, analytical, writing and interpersonal skills are required. Must be admitted to practice in at least one US jurisdiction. An LL.M. in taxation is preferred, but not required. 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.