Complex Labor & Employment Associate - genuine work-life balance

Job Description

Join a Sophisticated Litigation Team – Complex Labor & Employment Associate Opportunity!

Location: Columbus, OH In-person role

Aspen Careers is partnering with a highly respected boutique litigation practice to add a Litigation Associate with a strong background in labor and employment law. This is a rare opportunity to work closely with a nationally regarded employment litigator on complex, high-stakes matters involving executive-level clients and major regional and national employers.

This is not a high-volume plaintiff role. The work is thoughtful, strategic, and writing-intensive—ideal for an associate who values quality over churn and wants meaningful courtroom exposure with real mentorship.

Why You Should Apply

Work on sophisticated employment litigation against large regional and national employers

Represent primarily C-suite and executive-level clients, including contract negotiations for senior leadership

Be involved in the entire lifecycle of litigation—from demand and preservation letters through trial

Draft and manage discovery, prepare for and potentially take depositions, and handle exhibit organization

Collaborate closely with the lead attorney on litigation strategy and case development

Maintain direct client communication and play a visible role in matters

Enjoy a reasonable billable expectation (approximately 1,620 hours annually) with genuine work-life balance

The Ideal Candidate

3+ years of litigation experience (more is welcome) with a preference for employment law

Exceptional legal writing skills—comparable to a former judicial law clerk, big-firm associate, or similarly trained attorney

Demonstrated experience handling real litigation (not high-volume or “mill” style work)

Comfortable drafting discovery, motions, demand letters, and litigation correspondence independently

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Admitted to practice and able to pass a criminal background check (BCI or FBI)

A portable book of business is welcome but not required

About the Firm

Boutique employment litigation practice with a stellar reputation

Focus on quality, strategy, and professionalism—not volume

Collaborative, respectful culture where attorneys and staff genuinely enjoy working together

Regular social gatherings, including happy hours and holiday events

In-office environment that supports teamwork and mentorship

What's in It for You?

Competitive compensation range: depending on experience

Health, dental, and vision insurance (firm pays 75% of employee health premium)

401(k) with safe harbor contribution after one year

Employer-paid term life insurance policy

Immediate need with a thoughtful, multi-step interview process focused on team fit

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're a litigation associate who takes pride in strong writing, strategic thinking, and sophisticated legal work—and you're looking for a better quality of life without sacrificing challenge—this is worth a conversation.

Let's chat. Whether you're interested in this role or exploring other litigation opportunities, reach out to Kelsey Ross:

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Join a practice that values substance, skill, and balance—and where your writing truly matters.

Full-time