Senior Labor & Employment Services Attorney

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking Labor and Employment Services Attorneys to provide nationwide employment law and litigation services to a top client. This role supports a broad range of employment law matters, litigation, and compliance initiatives. The position offers a reduced hours expectation with flexible working hours.

About the Company

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is a full-service law firm with over 350 lawyers and technical professionals. We serve clients globally across various industries, including trade associations, nonprofits, educational institutions, governments, family trusts, and high-net-worth individuals. Founded in 1848, the firm has evolved to meet clients' changing needs while maintaining a reputation for exceptional legal service and business acumen.

Location

We have offices in Wisconsin (Green Bay, Milwaukee, Madison, Waukesha), Illinois (Chicago), Utah (Salt Lake City), Colorado (Denver, Broomfield), Texas (Austin), North Carolina (Charlotte, Raleigh, Wilmington), California (Los Angeles), and Washington D.C. The ideal candidate may be located in any of our offices, and remote candidates will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Advise and counsel on employment law topics, including wage and hour, privacy, leaves of absence, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, whistleblowing, AI in employment, background checks, I-9/E-Verify, workplace restructuring, policy drafting, employment agreements, labor, DEI, OFCCP, and immigration/work visas for senior leaders.
• Draft and respond to attorney demand letters, administrative agency charges, wage complaints, non-compete/non-solicit letters, and litigation matters (single plaintiff, class/PAGA actions).
• Represent clients in litigation and agency charges, including co-defendant scenarios, ensuring conflict-of-interest protocols are followed.
• Prepare and deliver training materials for staff and contingent workforce.
• Support litigation hold processes, audits, government investigations, subpoenas, garnishments, and employment-related audits.
• Utilize generative and agentic AI tools to improve efficiency and enhance client service, including legal research, drafting, and litigation strategy.
• Maintain knowledge management and process management practices to ensure timely sharing and contextualization of critical legal knowledge.

Requirements

• J.D. from an ABA accredited law school.
• 7+ years of experience in employment law, including litigation, agency charges, and counseling.
• Ability to manage high-volume caseloads and resolve matters efficiently (most cases settle or are dismissed).
• Strong knowledge management and process management skills.
• Commitment to ethical business practices and compliance with EEO laws.
• Valid authorization to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting large, multi-state contingent workforces.

Benefits

Learning and Growth

• Challenging and dynamic role.
• Career development planning.
• Professional growth opportunities.
• Performance management and coaching.
• Specialized training programs.
• Mentorship program.
• Bar exam/bar review course reimbursement.

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision care.
• Health savings accounts.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Wellness program.
• Employee and family assistance program.

Total Compensation

• Competitive base pay.
• Outstanding benefits.
• Unlimited PTO plus 10 paid holidays.
• Performance recognition.
• ABA, state, and local bar membership fee reimbursement.

Planning for the Future

• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Short- and long-term disability plan.
• Life insurance.
• Critical illness insurance.
• Parental/family leave.

Culture and Workplace

• Respected organization with a collaborative culture.
• Growing firm with an exciting future.
• Flexible remote work policy (ability to work remote up to 2.5 days per week).
• Contemporary work environment.
• Positive and respectful work climate.

Pay

For California, Colorado, District of Columbia, and Illinois applicants only: The annual compensation range for this role is between $150,000 and $200,000. The salary range reflects our good-faith expectation for this role at the time of posting. Final compensation will depend on experience, skills, and internal equity. Individuals in this role are eligible to participate in Michael Best’s bonus program, subject to the program’s conditions and restrictions.