LABOR & EMPLOYMENT ATTORNEY (NON-PARTNERSHIP TRACK)

Location: Boston, MAHYBRID

Our client, an AmLaw 100 firm with a strong global presence, is seeking a skilled Labor & Employment Attorney to join its Boston office in a salaried, non-partnership track role. This position offers a reduced billable hour target and the opportunity to work on sophisticated employment matters for high-profile clients within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Candidate Profile

JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
Active Bar Admission in Massachusetts, in good standing.
- Attorneys without Massachusetts bar admission will be considered on the condition they obtain admission within the 1st year of employment.
5+ years of substantive experience in employment litigation and counseling.
Litigation Expertise: Significant experience managing employment litigation, including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, negotiating with opposing counsel, and arguing motions in court.
Client Counseling: Strong background advising clients on employment law compliance, risk mitigation, internal policies, and workplace disputes.
Experience with higher education and Title IX is a plus.
Soft Skills: Excellent research, writing, case management, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to take initiative and independently manage cases and client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Independently handle all phases of litigation, from pleadings and discovery through motion practice and settlement negotiations.

Represent clients in state and federal court, as well as before administrative agencies and arbitrators.
Provide day-to-day counsel to employers on a variety of workplace matters, including internal investigations, employment policies, compliance strategies, and risk mitigation.
Support clients in the higher education sector, including advising on Title IX compliance and related institutional policies, where applicable.
Work closely with partners and clients, delivering timely and strategic legal guidance in a fast-paced environment.
Collaborate across practice areas to provide comprehensive and business-aligned legal solutions.

Why Join Us?

This position offers a rare blend of high-level legal work and a sustainable workload within a nationally-recognized Labor & Employment practice. Attorneys in this role are trusted with meaningful responsibility and direct client engagement, all within a collaborative and inclusive environment. The reduced billable hour expectation (1400-1800 range) supports greater work-life balance while still providing access to complex, impactful matters across a diverse client base. Whether you're seeking to refocus your career or maintain momentum in a more flexible structure, this is a unique opportunity to do sophisticated work at a prestigious firm without the demands of a traditional partnership track.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Compensation: Annual base salary is expected to range from $150,000 – $250,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and market factors. Discretionary bonus opportunities are also available.
Comprehensive Benefits: Includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; 529 College Savings Plan; paid maternal and paternal leave; time off; wellness initiatives; commuter benefits; and employee assistance programs, among others.
Additional Perks: Include a sabbatical program, student loan refinancing support, relocation expenses, bar expenses and bar leave, concierge program, fertility treatments, adoption expenses, and corporate discounts.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a resume, law school transcript, and cover letter for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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