Partner Employment Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Confidential – Partner Employment Attorney

Location: Northern Virginia, VA

Work Setting: On-Site

Compensation: $300,000–$350,000 annually + Performance-Based Incentives

About the Opportunity

A highly respected and growing law firm in Northern Virginia is seeking an accomplished Partner Employment Attorney to join its expanding Labor & Employment practice. This is a confidential search for an attorney with an established reputation in employment law and a demonstrated ability to grow and maintain client relationships.

The ideal candidate will bring a portable book of business of at least $500,000, along with significant experience advising employers on complex employment matters and business development.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and grow a sophisticated employment law practice.

Represent employers in employment litigation before state and federal courts and administrative agencies.

Advise clients on compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.

Counsel employers on workplace investigations, employee relations, wage and hour issues, discrimination, harassment, restrictive covenants, and executive employment matters.

Draft and negotiate employment agreements, severance agreements, handbooks, policies, and other employment-related documents.

Develop and maintain strong client relationships while expanding the firm's employment practice.

Mentor and supervise associate attorneys and legal staff.

Collaborate with partners across multiple practice groups to provide comprehensive legal services.

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Active Virginia Bar license or ability to obtain admission promptly.

Extensive experience practicing employment law.

Minimum portable book of business of $500,000, preferably generated within the Northern Virginia market.

Proven track record of business development and client retention.

Strong litigation, negotiation, and counseling experience.

Excellent leadership, communication, and client management skills.

Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to grow a thriving practice.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary of $300,000–$350,000, based on experience and portable business.

Competitive bonus and partner compensation structure.

Comprehensive benefits package.

Administrative and marketing support to help expand your practice.

Opportunity to join a collaborative, entrepreneurial firm with an established reputation in the region.

Apply Confidentially

Qualified attorneys who possess an established employment law practice and a minimum $500,000 portable book of business are encouraged to apply for confidential consideration.

This search is being conducted on a strictly confidential basis. Information regarding the firm and partnership structure will be shared only with qualified candidates during the interview process.