CarterWill Search is seeking an accomplished Labor & Employment Associate to join an AmLaw firm's Labor & Employment Practice in Houston. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a nationally recognized team handling complex labor and employment matters across industries.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of labor and employment litigation experience , including work on temporary restraining orders, trade secret misappropriation, noncompete disputes, and wage and hour class actions.
Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, managing discovery, conducting motion practice , and contributing to trial preparation and settlement negotiations. The role offers the chance to take on meaningful casework and client contact early on, in a supportive, high-performing environment.
Minimum of 2 years of labor and employment litigation experience
Experience with trade secret, noncompete, and wage & hour matters
Strong legal writing and analytical skills
Proficiency in discovery, motion practice, and court filings
Trial preparation experience in state and federal courts preferred
JD from an ABA-accredited law school
Active Texas Bar admission
Demonstrated interpersonal skills, professionalism, and client-service focus
This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking to deepen their experience in complex employment litigation while collaborating with leading practitioners in the field. The position offers a salary of $240,000 , a comprehensive benefits package , and a collegial, growth-oriented culture.