Full job description
Canon has an immediate need for a contract employment attorney to support its in-house legal team. This role will focus on managing routine employment claims and litigation matters, including workers' compensation, wrongful termination, discrimination, and other employment-related disputes. The company is open to candidates with employer-side employment law experience, as well as litigators with a strong employment law background who can independently manage day-to-day employment matters.
Highlights
- Gain meaningful in-house legal experience with direct exposure to employment law, litigation management, and employment counseling.
- High-visibility role with the opportunity to make an immediate impact while partnering with legal leadership, HR, and business stakeholders.
- Flexible contract structure with potential for a long-term or temp-to-hire opportunity.
- Hybrid work environment offering flexibility and collaboration.
- Competitive hourly compensation and hands-on responsibility from day one.
Position Details
- New York, NY (Hybrid, Tuesdays and Wednesdays in office)
- $75 - $80/hour, based on experience
- Opportunity to be considered for either a contract or full-time Employment position
- Contract arrangement open to both full-time and part-time schedules
Role Overview
- Manage routine employment claims and litigation matters, including workers' compensation, wrongful termination, discrimination, and related disputes.
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, settlement agreements, and other litigation-related documents.
- Conduct legal research, assess risk, and develop case strategies.
- Advise HR and business stakeholders on employment law issues and risk mitigation.
- Coordinate with outside counsel and manage matters through resolution.
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