Labor & Employment Litigation Associate Attorney — Mid-Senior Level

Job overview

The Labor & Employment Litigation Associate Attorney — Mid-Senior Level role is based in Pittsburgh, PA, with a hybrid work environment described in the posting. Compensation is competitive and based on experience; no numeric amount is specified. The position supports a leading Am Law firm's Pittsburgh office and its labor and employment practice. The attorney represents employers in complex disputes and advises companies, private equity sponsors, and executives on employment-related risks. The role contributes through litigation, counseling, investigations, and transaction support, working with partners and clients on practical legal strategies.

What you'll do

• Represent employers in state and federal labor and employment litigation
• litigate restrictive covenant, non-compete, trade secret, and unfair competition disputes, including emergency injunctive matters
• advise on executive mobility, compliance, workforce risk, and personnel matters
• support employment aspects of mergers and acquisitions
• assist with internal investigations
• draft litigation filings
• and collaborate with partners and clients on legal strategies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

labor and employment litigation

associate attorney

mid-senior level

pittsburgh pa

hybrid

employment litigation

restrictive covenants

trade secrets

pennsylvania bar

5+ years experience

direct counsel

bonus opportunities

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• retirement benefits
• paid time off
• firm-sponsored wellness programs
• professional development resources
• mentorship
• and bonus opportunities.

Why this role

The posting seeks an attorney with 5+ years of relevant litigation experience and active Pennsylvania Bar membership. It describes hybrid work, bonus opportunities, mentorship, professional development, and advanced legal technology.

About the employer

Direct Counsel is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.