Associate Attorney with employment law experience

A law firm in Boston, MA, is seeking an Associate Attorney to join their Employment Law practice. This role involves defending employment-related claims, representing employers in various legal settings, and providing strategic pre-litigation advice. The ideal candidate will have a robust understanding of employment law, excellent litigation skills, and the ability to act as a business partner to clients on employment-related issues.

Duties:

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving various employment-related claims, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, contract disputes, employment torts, and non-compete cases.
• Represent employers in court, before administrative agencies, during mediation, and in arbitration proceedings.
• Provide strategic pre-litigation advice to clients, focusing on litigation avoidance and aligning legal strategies with clients’ employee retention and recruitment goals.
• Act as a client business partner, offering timely advice on employment law issues to help navigate and mitigate risks.
• Manage cases from inception through resolution, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal developments in employment law and adapt strategies accordingly.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• At least 1 year of employment law experience, with substantial litigation experience preferred.
• Must be currently admitted to the Massachusetts Bar or can obtain admission quickly.
• Admission to the Bars of Maine, Rhode Island, or Vermont is a plus.
• Familiarity with current procedures of state and federal agencies involved in employment litigation.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong project management skills, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Massachusetts State Bar. Admissions to ME, RI, or VT Bars are advantageous.

Skills:

• Strong litigation skills, including experience in motion practice and trial advocacy.
• Effective analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to provide practical and proactive advice that aligns with client business strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Proficiency in legal research and technology tools relevant to the practice area.

This Associate Attorney position offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-stakes employment law cases in a collaborative and dynamic environment. The firm is committed to professional development and encourages continuous learning and growth within its ranks.

A Vault 10 firm for Labor and Employment Law, this firm is a powerhouse in this realm. If L&E is your passion, this is an excellent place to develop that specialty and learn from the best. The firm offers an impressive 57 offices from Portland to Puerto Rico, a physical testament to the fact that it has become one of the main employment law counsel providers in the nation. Attorneys at this firm can be sure that your employment matters will involve sophisticated clients and complex issues.