Associate Attorney with employment law experience

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

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.

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