Labor & Employment Attorney

The Employee Connect•Concord, NH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

An established and respected New Hampshire law firm is seeking a Labor & Employment Attorney for its Concord office. The attorney will advise and represent employers on a broad range of labor and employment matters and work closely with senior equity partners on existing client matters and the firm's employment practice. The role is open at the Senior Associate and Non-Equity Partner levels. The firm is seeking an experienced employment attorney who can independently manage files, provide practical guidance to employers, and help grow the Labor & Employment practice. This is a permanent, direct-hire opportunity. The position involves sophisticated and diverse legal matters in a collaborative, professional work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and meaningful, client-focused work.

Requirements

J.D. from an accredited law school.
Active bar admission in New Hampshire or eligibility to obtain admission, subject to firm confirmation.
Senior Associate candidates must have a minimum of 5+ years of focused Labor & Employment law experience.
Non-Equity Partner candidates must have established experience independently handling labor and employment matters.
Strong knowledge of wage and hour laws, employment discrimination, negotiations, employment agreements, and related workplace matters.
Excellent legal research, writing, negotiation, and analytical skills.
Ability to independently manage files and work collaboratively with senior attorneys.
Strong communication and client relationship management skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience representing employers.
A portable book of business is preferred for partner-level candidates but is not required.

Responsibilities

Handle a broad range of labor and employment matters, including wage and hour issues, employment discrimination, workplace policies, negotiations, and employment contracts.
Advise and represent employers on labor and employment-related legal matters.
Manage employment matters and independently handle assigned files.
Work closely with senior equity partners on existing client matters and ongoing employment practice responsibilities.
Maintain and develop strong relationships with business, healthcare, and institutional clients.
Provide practical legal guidance to employers on employment-related risks, compliance, and workplace matters.
Support the continued development and growth of the firm's Labor & Employment practice.
For candidates joining at the Non-Equity Partner level, manage their own client relationships and contribute to business development.