Partner, Labor and Employment - Philadelphia

NXT Level Technologies

$250K — $300K *
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of specialized Labor & Employment law experience, preferably at an Am Law or reputable boutique firm.
  • Strong litigation, counseling, and negotiation skills across state and federal matters.
  • Portable book of business ($500K+ preferred) demonstrating client relationship growth and maintenance.
  • Effective communicator with commercial awareness and a problem-solving approach.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a collaborative focus on cross-practice initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop the firm's Labor & Employment practice in counseling, litigation, and compliance.
  • Advise mid-sized to emerging-growth businesses, executives, and investors on employment strategies, investigations, and risk mitigation.
  • Manage various legal matters including discrimination, wage issues, and internal investigations.
  • Collaborate with other practice areas (Corporate, M&A, Litigation) to create integrated client solutions.
  • Contribute to thought leadership and mentor junior attorneys while supporting practice development.

Benefits

  • Work within a business-oriented legal culture alongside experienced former general counsel and executives.
  • Receive the flexibility to shape your practice in a collaborative and agile environment.
  • Engage in sophisticated legal work without the constraints of traditional Big Law.
  • Participate in a genuine commitment to community engagement and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
  • Enjoy a high-trust workplace with a transparent compensation model and realistic client origination 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.

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