Employment Attorney

Joseph & Norinsberg LLP is a premier plaintiff-side employment law firm in New York City, with over 20 years of experience and a 90% success rate. We represent employees in high-stakes cases involving sexual harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and wage violations. Our team is known for its meticulous preparation, relentless advocacy, and deep commitment to achieving justice for our clients.

The Role

We are seeking a Senior Litigation Associate to join our World Trade Center team. The ideal candidate is a driven, detail-oriented attorney who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to take ownership of complex employment litigation matters from intake through trial.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct client consultations and assess potential claims

• Draft complaints, discovery demands, and dispositive motions

• Assit the Executive Partner in preparing for opposing counsel meetings, depositions, mediations, and settlement negotiations

• Manage discovery and review document productions

• Conduct legal research and draft supporting memoranda

• Assist partners with mediation strategy, trial preparation, and case presentations

• Supervise and mentor paralegals and law clerks

What We're Looking For

• 3-5 years of plaintiff-side employment litigation experience (Title VII, NYSHRL, NYCHRL preferred)

• Strong drafting skills, including pleadings, motions, and discovery responses

• Experience conducting depositions and participating in mediations

• Familiarity with federal and New York state courts

• Excellent research, analytical, and client communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple cases independently while working collaboratively within a fast-paced team environment

• A proactive, driven mindset - someone who takes initiative, follows through, and works hard to move cases toward resolution

• Professionalism, integrity, and the ability to contribute positively to firm culture

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

• Member in good standing of the New York State Bar

Why Join Us

At Joseph & Norinsberg LLP, you'll work directly with partners on impactful cases, contribute meaningfully to client outcomes, and be part of a supportive, mission-driven team that fights for justice every day.