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Labor & Employment Associate Attorney

$235k - $365k

Direct Counsel

Labor & Employment Associate Attorney
Location: Boston, MA
Salary: $235,000-$365,000

Direct Counsel is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate Attorney to join a leading global law firm's Labor & Employment practice in Boston. This opportunity is ideal for a mid-level associate with 3-5 years of experience handling employment-related litigation and providing day-to-day advice and counseling to employers.

The successful candidate will advise clients on a broad range of workplace matters while also supporting sophisticated employment litigation and transactional work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
  • Represent employers in employment-related litigation matters.
  • Advise clients on a broad range of labor and employment issues.
  • Draft and negotiate employment, separation, and restrictive covenant agreements.
  • Counsel employers regarding wage-and-hour matters, including employee classifications and general compliance.
  • Advise clients regarding leaves of absence and related employment issues.
  • Review and advise on employment policies and handbooks.
  • Assist clients with employment-related compliance and risk management.
  • Support corporate transactions by advising on labor and employment issues, including employment agreements, workforce considerations, and related due diligence.
  • Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda, correspondence, and other written work product.
  • Work closely with clients and colleagues to develop practical, business-oriented solutions to employment matters.
Qualifications
  • J.D. from an accredited law school.
  • 3-5 years of experience practicing labor and employment law.
  • Experience with employment-related litigation and advice and counseling.
  • Experience with employment, separation, and restrictive covenant agreements.
  • Experience handling wage-and-hour matters, including employee classifications and general compliance.
  • Experience advising on leaves of absence and employment policies.
  • Prior experience supporting corporate transactions is preferred but not required.
  • Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Excellent judgment and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple matters and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to client service.
  • Active Massachusetts Bar admission required.
Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive base salary of $235,000-$365,000 , depending on experience and qualifications.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
  • Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
  • Accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance.
  • Paid family leave, sick time, and vacation.
  • Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources.
  • College savings and education assistance programs.
  • Transportation benefits.
  • Backup childcare and pet insurance.
  • Excess liability insurance.
  • Opportunity to work with sophisticated employer clients on a broad range of employment litigation, counseling, and transactional matters.
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