Labor And Employment Attorney

Senior Labor & Employment Attorney (7+ Years) – Plaintiff/Employee Side | Portable Book Preferred | Bethesda, MD

A growing litigation-focused law firm is seeking a Senior Labor & Employment Attorney with 7+ years of experience and a small portable book of business to join its plaintiff-side employment practice in Bethesda, Maryland .

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney who is passionate about advocating for employees and executives , handling complex workplace disputes, and building long-term client relationships within a collaborative and entrepreneurial firm environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage plaintiff-side employment matters from initial consultation through resolution
• Litigate cases in state and federal courts, including drafting motions, conducting discovery, and taking/defending depositions
• Advocate for employees in administrative proceedings and settlement negotiations
• Advise employees and executives regarding employment agreements, severance packages, and workplace rights
• Develop and maintain client relationships and referral sources
• Contribute a portable book of business and help grow the firm's employment practice

Qualifications

• 7+ years of labor & employment litigation experience
• Meaningful experience representing employees/plaintiffs in workplace disputes
• Strong background in discrimination, retaliation, wage & hour, and employment contract matters
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage litigation and client relationships
• Portable book of business preferred (small but growing)
• Excellent writing, advocacy, and client-management skills
• Admission to the Maryland Bar (DC admission strongly preferred)