Description:

Focused on labor and employment law since 1958, An American Law Firm Focusing on Labor & Employment Law 950+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged, stable and diverse, and share our clients' goals to emphasize inclusivity and respect for the contribution of every employee.

The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”.

This position is located in our Boston, MA office.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims and agency charges of discrimination
Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, at mediations, and in arbitration in employment matters, including class/collective actions and discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract, employment tort, and non-compete cases
Provide pre-litigation and litigation avoidance advice to clients, including strategic guidance designed to meet client's employee retention and recruitment goals
Act as a business partner to clients on employment law issues

Skills and Educational Requirements:

JD from accredited law school, with excellent academic credentials
3 + years of experience, employment law background strongly preferred
Current Massachusetts Bar admission or ability to obtain admission, admission in ME, RI, or VT a plus
Understanding of current agency (state and federal) procedures
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Attention to detail and commitment to excellence
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork, along with ability to work independently on various projects
Interest in being a team member with a positive “can-do” approach in a deeply collaborative environment

Professional Benefits

Cutting-edge litigation and research tools
Colleagues passionate about employment law and dedicated to providing the highest quality guidance to clients
Extensive internal training and practice development resources
Opportunities for client development and professional advancement tied to substantive work performed for clients
Colleagues committed to sharing both the responsibility for client satisfaction, and the credit for happy clients