10+ years of Labor & Employment law experience, ideally in an Am Law or boutique firm.
Strong litigation, counseling, and negotiation expertise in state and federal law.
Portable book of business ($500K+ preferred).
Effective communicator with strong commercial awareness.
Entrepreneurial mindset with a collaborative approach.
Commitment to mentorship and community involvement.
Responsibilities
Lead and expand the Labor & Employment practice—counseling, litigation, and compliance.
Advise mid-sized to emerging-growth businesses on employment strategy and risk mitigation.
Manage discrimination, harassment, and wage-hour claims; employment contracts; and trade secret disputes.
Conduct internal investigations and support workforce restructuring efforts.
Collaborate with other practice areas to deliver integrated solutions.
Engage in thought leadership and mentorship for junior lawyers.
Benefits
Business-oriented culture with insights from former general counsel and operators.
Agile work environment promoting cross-disciplinary collaborations.
Access to sophisticated work without the bureaucracy of large firms.
Strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and community outreach.
High-trust workplace with transparent compensation and realistic expectations.
Full Job Description
Partner - Labor & Employment Private Practice | Mid-Sized Business Law Firm
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.
