Equity-Eligible Employment Litigation Partner (Hybrid)

LeoForce; Cape Saint Claire (MD); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Family medical coverage (80%)

Strong PTO package

Hybrid capabilities

High growth environment

401K match

HSA

Job summary

LeoForce is seeking an Employment Litigation Partner to manage a broad range of employment litigation matters, including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage and hour disputes, and related issues. Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, representing clients, researching, negotiating settlements, and advising on preventive counseling.

Required qualifications include a JD, Maryland Bar admission, 5+ years of experience, strong research/writing, negotiation/advocacy, client

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Maryland State Bar and in good standing.
• A minimum of 5 years of employment litigation experience.
• Exceptional legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Strong client management abilities and ability to develop relationships.
• Proven ability to develop new business and expand client base.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and filing court documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Representing clients in court and before administrative agencies.
• Conducting legal research and drafting memoranda.
• Negotiating settlements and agreements on behalf of clients.
• Advising clients on employment law issues and preventive counseling.
• Participating in business development to attract new clients and grow the practice.
• Collaborating with colleagues to handle a broad range of matters.
• Managing matters to a successful conclusion with attention to ethical standards.
• Maintaining strong client relationships and reporting progress to clients.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Negotiation

Advocacy

Client management

Business development

Independent & team oriented

Ethical standards

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Maryland Bar admission

Job description

LeoForce is seeking an Employment Litigation Partner to manage a broad range of employment litigation matters, including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage and hour disputes, and related issues. Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, representing clients, researching, negotiating settlements, and advising on preventive counseling.

Required qualifications include a JD, Maryland Bar admission, 5+ years of experience, strong research/writing, negotiation/advocacy, client