Associate Attorney - Employment Litigation

Job Description

Job Description

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 clients 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

JPC-430

Job Type : Full-time

Benefits :

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off