Employment Attorney

About the role

A well-established South Boston law firm is looking to add an experienced Employment Attorney to its team. This is an opportunity for a self-starter who enjoys both litigation and counseling and wants meaningful responsibility working directly with employer clients. Plaintiff-side experience is a plus, as the role will involve a strong mix of employer representation, employment litigation, and proactive counseling.

Responsibilities

• Represent employers in employment-related matters in state and federal court
• Handle all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, and other substantive case work
• Counsel employers on employment issues, workplace matters, risk management, and compliance
• Draft and review employment agreements, severance agreements, and other employment-related documents
• Advise clients regarding equity compensation, stock options, vesting, and related employment considerations
• Handle pre‑litigation negotiations, demand letters, and dispute resolution
• Conduct legal research and prepare clear, persuasive written work product

Requirements

• Experience practicing employment law with meaningful employer‑side representation
• Plaintiff‑side employment experience is a plus
• Strong litigation experience in state and federal court
• Experience with depositions, discovery, motions, and negotiations
• Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills
• Comfortable counseling clients and providing practical, business‑minded legal advice
• Self‑starter who can manage matters independently while working collaboratively with the team

Pay

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Bonus and origination opportunities

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous PTO
• Opportunity to work directly with clients and take meaningful ownership of matters
• Supportive environment with flexibility and autonomy

Schedule

Flexible in‑office schedule with the ability to work remotely the majority of the time