Labor and Employment Partner

A law firm seeks an experienced Labor & Employment Partner to join its expanding practice. This remote position is ideal for an attorney with deep expertise in both state and federal employment matters, and a strong track record in representing employers across a broad spectrum of employment law issues. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience, with the ability to advise clients on complex employment-related matters, including wage and hour laws, employee discrimination, workplace safety, and M&A transactions.

Duties:

• Provide expert counsel on employment issues such as wage and hour laws, non-compete agreements, and workplace safety.
• Advise clients on complex matters involving disability leave laws, employee discrimination, wrongful discharge, and harassment.
• Draft and review employment policies, employee handbooks, and other essential company documents.
• Analyze and advise on employment-related issues in sophisticated M&A transactions, both domestic and international.
• Represent employer-side clients in all areas of employment law.
• Support clients with risk management strategies and ensure compliance with state and federal labor laws.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in employment law, including complex employer-side matters.
• Proven success in advising businesses on diverse employment-related legal issues.
• Prior experience at a top-tier law firm (AmLaw 200 or similar).
• A portable client base generating at least $250,000 annually or a solid, actionable business plan for client development.
• Knowledge of employment law as it relates to M&A transactions is highly desirable.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in at least one state (preferably Pennsylvania).

Skills:

• Strong expertise in labor and employment law, including wage and hour, discrimination, and workplace safety matters.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.
• Ability to lead teams and manage complex legal matters from inception through resolution.
• Exceptional drafting and negotiation abilities for employment policies and legal agreements.
• In-depth knowledge of employment-related M&A issues.
• Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment, demonstrating strong time-management skills.

What We Offer:

• 100% remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• No minimum billable hour quotas, offering more autonomy in managing your schedule.
• A transparent compensation model where partners retain 80-90% of client revenue.
• A merit-based, collaborative culture that eliminates unnecessary bureaucracy.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities in a recognized national practice.