Experienced Attorney (Partner) - Litigation & Employment

Eagle Title LLC•Annapolis, MD

6d•$175,000 - $300,000•Onsite

About The Position

Liff, Walsh & Simmons is seeking an experienced labor and employment attorney to join and help lead their Employment Practice Area. This role is for an attorney interested in a leadership position within an established employment practice, with the support of existing firm leadership, to build it into a larger, sustainable practice area. The position offers a meaningful leadership role at the firm, the opportunity to grow and manage a sophisticated employment practice, and collaboration with attorneys across litigation, commercial, and estates practices. The firm currently has an active employment law practice including litigation, counseling, and employment contract negotiation and drafting. The successful candidate will assume responsibility for existing matters and client relationships, while also expanding the practice through internal referrals and external business development. The ideal candidate has deep subject-matter expertise in employer-side employment law, strong client-management skills, and an entrepreneurial mindset. This is a full-time, on-site role in Annapolis, MD.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Active membership and in good standing with the Maryland State Bar.
Minimum of 5+ years of experience practicing employment law, with a focus on litigation.
In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Possess working knowledge of EEOC and NLRB rules and regulations.
Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
Demonstrated commitment to delivering exceptional client service.
The ideal candidate will be driven, self-motivated with the ability to work and lead a team.

Nice To Haves

A modest portable book of business is welcome, but not required; the firm values candidates who demonstrate the ability and desire to grow a practice.

Responsibilities

Provide expert legal counsel on complex employment law issues, including but not limited to discrimination, harassment, wage and hour law, and employee benefits.
Represent clients in litigation, arbitration, and mediation in connection with employment law disputes, including discrimination, retaliation and wrongful termination claims; wage and hour disputes; and restrictive covenant enforcement actions.
Review, negotiate, and draft employment contracts, severance agreements, and other employment-related documents, safeguarding the legal interests of our clients.
Prepare and file court documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests, ensuring compliance with procedural requirements.
Represent clients at trials, hearings, and depositions.
Lead and execute business development initiatives to expand the firm’s employment practice, including cultivating new client relationships, leveraging existing firm relationships, and participating in community and professional organizations.
Recruit, mentor, and supervise junior attorneys and staff as the practice grows, with the goal of building a scalable employment law team.
Collaborate with colleagues across different practice areas to provide comprehensive legal solutions.
Work closely with clients to understand their business needs and tailor legal strategies accordingly.
Complete special projects, and other related duties as assigned.