Employment Law Partner

Romano Law PLLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Romano Law PLLC in New York is looking for a senior Employment Partner to drive the growth of our employment department. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in employment law and a portable book of business of at least $500,000.

The role includes leading a team and developing management skills within a collaborative environment. The total compensation ranges from $250,000 to $750,000 or more, depending on experience and performance.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in New York, California, Florida, Texas or elsewhere in the U.S. or the UK.
• Experience advising employers on employment law.
• Proven track record of developing a book of business.

Responsibilities

• Lead and report to the Managing Partner of the Employment Department.
• Supervise team members including lawyers and paralegals.
• Manage and grow your own book of business.

Skills

Over 10 years of employment law experience

Leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Client management

Job description

We are seeking a senior Employment Partner to join our firm and help grow our employment department. Ideal candidates bring deep experience across employment matters, a portable book of business (minimum $500K), and an interest in working in a collaborative, growth‑oriented environment.

YOU ARE

• An attorney with over 10 years of employment law experience. (California employment law experience is a plus.)
• Licensed to practice in New York, California, Florida, Texas or elsewhere in the U.S. or the UK, with a portable book of business of at least $500,000.
• A natural leader, experienced in advising employers on all aspects of employment law.
• Practical, prepared and resourceful with excellent people skills.
• An efficient and effective plain‑English communicator.
• Conscientious, thorough and highly accountable.
• Motivated to learn and improve. Receptive to constructive feedback.
• Polished, poised, energetic with a strong work ethic.
• Always responsive and often proactive, keeping your clients (and team) well‑informed.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WOULD

• Lead the Employment Department and report to the Managing Partner.
• Supervise lawyers, paralegals, law clerks, and externs on your team.
• Lead by example: with your diligence, drive for success and positive attitude.
• Continue to develop your own book of business and help drive the continued growth of the firm.

WHY US

• As we continue to grow, leadership is important to us – we provide an environment that promotes management development.
• We provide comprehensive administrative support to allow you to focus on the work that matters.
• You will have the opportunity to lead the next generation of exceptional lawyers.
• Diversity is valued and welcomed at Romano Law. We appreciate differing backgrounds, experiences, and thoughts.
• We promote team engagement in our collaborative, communicative, and approachable environment.
• We strive to create an environment that promotes happiness and success for each of our team members. We go to great lengths to make this happen.
• Total Compensation – $250,000 – $750,000 or more (based on experience, book of business, and performance).