Ohio (Cleveland • Columbus • Cincinnati • Dayton • Toledo) | Hybrid
$140,000 – $275,000+
Aligned Talent Acquisition is continually seeking experienced Labor & Employment Associate Attorneys for opportunities with Am Law 100, Am Law 200, regional, and boutique law firms throughout Ohio , including Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, Dayton, and Toledo .
If you have experience representing employers in employment litigation, workplace counseling, or labor matters, I'd love to connect.
- 2–8 years of labor and employment experience
- Experience representing employers in state and federal employment litigation
- Experience advising clients regarding ADA, FMLA, FLSA, Title VII, ADEA, wage and hour laws, restrictive covenants, and workplace investigations
- Traditional labor experience involving collective bargaining, grievances, or unfair labor practice matters is a plus
- Strong legal writing, analytical, advocacy, and client counseling skills
- Ability to independently manage matters while building trusted client relationships
- Excellent academic credentials
- J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required
- Ohio bar admission required or ability to become admitted
✅ Consistent demand across every major Ohio market
✅ Blend of litigation and day-to-day counseling
✅ Strong client contact and business development opportunities
✅ Diverse practice spanning every industry
✅ Excellent long-term stability
Aligned Talent Acquisition partners with Am Law 100, Am Law 200, regional, and boutique law firms throughout Ohio. If your background aligns with this practice area, I'd love to have a confidential conversation about your career goals and the opportunities currently available.
Even if you're not actively looking, it never hurts to know what's out there. I'm happy to discuss compensation trends, partnership track, billable expectations, firm culture, hybrid flexibility, and how your background compares in today's market.
Confidential inquiries are always welcome.
Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition
[email protected]
(216) 710-5174
