Associate Attorney - Employment Litigation

Pay: $120,000.00 per year

Note: This position requires employees to work in a hybrid model (some in-office in Boston, some remote) at the client’s Boston office.

Note: The qualified candidate for this position must have a J.D. and at least 3 years of employment law litigation experience.

About our client
Our client is a mission-driven plaintiff-side employment law firm in Boston focused on representing employees in cases of discrimination, retaliation, wage and hour, and leave rights. They are growing and committed to high-quality advocacy, professional development, and equitable access to justice.

Job Description

• Represent employees in employment litigation (discrimination, retaliation, wage/hour, leave claims)
• Draft and respond to demand letters, complaints, motions, briefs, discovery, and other filings
• Appear before state and federal courts and administrative agencies (e.g. MCAD, EEOC, DOL)
• Take and defend depositions, argue motions, and engage in settlement negotiations or mediations
• Manage cases independently while collaborating with senior attorneys and the team
• Monitor case budgets, strategy, and client communication
• Help grow the practice through business development, client referrals, and thought leadership

Qualifications

• J.D. and admission to the Massachusetts Bar (admission in NY, CT, NJ is a plus)
• Minimum 3 years of experience in employment law, preferably on the plaintiff side
• Demonstrated litigation and courtroom experience (motions, depositions, hearings)
• Strong advocacy, analytical, and persuasive writing skills
• Ability to manage a caseload independently and prioritize competing deadlines
• Commitment to employee rights, workplace equity, and mission-driven representation

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Hybrid work structure allows flexibility while preserving in-office collaboration
• Competitive base salary plus performance-driven bonus (percentage of fees)
• Meaningful, high-impact cases that advance worker rights
• Opportunity to deepen trial and litigation skills in a growing practice
• Supportive, mission-oriented environment with leadership visibility and growth potential

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off