The Allentown, Pennsylvania office of Norris McLaughlin, P.A., has an opening for a bright, energetic, and hard-working associate. Acceptable candidates include recent law school graduates to associates with 3 years of experience working in a law firm setting. No prior liquor law experience required but a passion for craft beverage industry. The position provides the opportunity to work both independently and as part of our strong Liquor Law team.
Responsibilities:
- Significant portion of workload will include handling regulatory work with State ABCs and Federal TTB
- Drafting and reviewing distribution contracts, production contracts and co-packing agreements
- Advising manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers on trade practice issues
- Handling some litigation matters and oral advocacy
Qualifications:
- Superior academic credentials
- Excellent researching skills
- Exceptional writing and communication skills
- Must be bar admitted in the state of Pennsylvania, New Jersey bar admitted a plus.
The Firm offers Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Accident, Disability & Pet Insurance; Paid Vacation, Personal, Sick Days and Holidays; Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Commuter Benefits and the following savings accounts: HSA, FSA, 401(k), 529 Plan.
At Norris McLaughlin, we cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their backgrounds, experiences, views, and strengths. Our differences in culture and beliefs enable us to be a better team.
The Firm does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, affectional or sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or breastfeeding, sex, gender identity or expression, disability or atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait of any individual, or because of the liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States or the nationality of any individual or any other characteristic protected by law, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, discipline, termination, lay-off, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training.
You must fill out and complete the online application to be considered for this position. Please remember to attach your cover letter and resume to your online application.
