Job Description: Williams Mullen is seeking an associate with 2-5 years’ experience in Labor & Employment matters to join our vibrant Labor, Employment & Immigration team in our Virginia Beach, VA office. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated associate with an entrepreneurial spirit seeking a positive career trajectory, direct client interaction, significant responsibility on complex matters, and a chance to work closely with industry-leading partners on a fast-paced team. Job Requirements: 2-5 years’ experience practicing employment law, including employment litigation, employment counseling, alternative dispute resolution and traditional labor law. Additional experience drafting pleadings, discovery, motions, conducting depositions, oral argument, drafting and reviewing contracts, and negotiating settlements. Ability to recognize the importance of early, accurate risk assessment, as well as experience working with management and in-house counsel, is considered a plus. Excellent writing and analytical skills, scrupulous attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure with multiple deadlines. Must be able to work effectively as part of a team, while also being able to assume individual responsibility for client matters involving direct client interaction. Successful candidates will possess the ambition to excel within a fast-paced law firm environment and enjoy working with like-minded attorneys. Candidates must be currently licensed in Virginia, immediate waive in or a member of the bar in one or more US Jurisdictions and willing to sit for the Virginia bar. We value our associates’ professional development and ensure there are plenty of firm resources dedicated to that pursuit. Associates regularly participate in bar associations, community activities and pro bono work, and Williams Mullen’s Business Development Team takes an active role in providing these important opportunities. Plus, Williams Mullen is a great place to work! At this time, Williams Mullen will not accept applicants submitted through search firms or legal recruiters for this position; only direct self-applications from candidates will be accepted. Interested candidates: To apply, please include a (1) cover letter (to Director of Attorney Recruiting), (2) resume, and (3) transcript and (4) a short writing sample. Williams Mullen is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, creed, medical condition including pregnancy, disability, genetic information, gender identity and expression, marriage or parental status, sexual orientation, or Veteran’s status.