Partner/Unit Lead - Employment Law

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of complex employment law matters, including workplace discrimination, retaliation, wage and hour issues, FMLA, and other claims under state and federal labor laws
• Represent clients before state and federal courts and administrative agencies (EEOC, DOL, etc.)
• Provide strategic legal counsel to clients in compliance, risk mitigation, and litigation readiness
• Cultivate new and existing client relationships with a focus on delivering proactive, solution-oriented legal guidance
• Partner with the firm’s internal Business Development and Marketing teams to enhance market presence and identify growth opportunities
• Participate in industry events and thought leadership initiatives to raise visibility and drive referrals
• Serve as a Unit Lead responsible for the development and supervision of a growing Employment Law team
• Mentor junior attorneys and support staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and growth
• Collaborate with firm leadership in long-term planning, team expansion, and performance initiatives
• Partner with attorneys across the firm’s diverse practice areas to deliver integrated legal solutions
• Contribute to firm-wide innovation and continuous improvement efforts

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with the Florida Bar
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Employment Law, preferably on the defense side
• Prior experience managing teams, leading cases, and handling clients independently
• A portable book of business is highly preferred, or a demonstrated ability to develop business within a firm environment
• Strong litigation skills, including motion practice, depositions, hearings, and trial strategy