Legal Counsel, Labor and Employment

Labor & Employment Partner

Base pay range: $/yr - $/yr

Overview

Our client, a forward-thinking business law firm founded by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, is seeking an experienced Labor & Employment Partner to join their growing team. This firm provides an alternative to Big Law—offering national‑caliber matters in a flexible, collaborative environment that champions autonomy, innovation, and meaningful relationships.

With a proven reputation for delivering sophisticated, business‑aligned legal counsel, the firm is expanding its Employment practice and looking for a strategic‑minded Partner who thrives in a culture where client goals, practical judgment, and entrepreneurial drive intersect.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the firm’s Labor & Employment practice across counseling, litigation, and compliance matters.

• Advise mid‑sized to emerging‑growth businesses, executives, and investors on employment‑related strategy, investigations, and risk mitigation.

• Handle a wide range of matters including:

• Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims

• Wage and hour issues (FLSA, state wage laws)

• Employment contracts and executive compensation

• Restrictive covenants and trade secret disputes

• Internal investigations and workforce restructurings

• Labor union issues and NLRB proceedings

• Collaborate across practice areas (Corporate, M&A, Litigation) to provide integrated, client‑centric solutions.

• Contribute to thought leadership, mentor junior attorneys, and support practice development initiatives.

Ideal Candidate

• 10+ years of focused Labor & Employment law experience, preferably at an Am Law or reputable boutique firm.

• Strong litigation, counseling, and negotiation experience in both state and federal matters.

• Portable book of business ($500K+ preferred) with a proven record of growing and maintaining client relationships.

• Thoughtful communicator with commercial awareness and a practical, problem‑solving mindset.

• Entrepreneurial spirit with a collaborative approach to cross‑practice engagement.

• Commitment to mentorship, community involvement, and fostering a culture of inclusion.

Why This Firm

• Business‑Oriented Legal Culture – Work alongside former general counsel, operators, and founders who understand business from the inside out.

• Agile and Collaborative – Attorneys are empowered to shape their practice and encouraged to work across disciplines for client success.

• Sophisticated Work Without Big Law Red Tape – Handle high‑impact matters with mid‑market agility.

• Genuine Commitment to Inclusion and Purpose – Active in DEI, pro bono work, and community outreach, with numerous philanthropic initiatives.

• High‑Trust Environment – Transparent compensation model, realistic origination expectations, and entrepreneurial flexibility.

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