Junior Employment Law Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Portland (ME); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established employment law firm is on the lookout for a Junior Employment Law Associate Attorney to join its innovative remote team. This role is centered around representing employees in crucial litigation matters, including discrimination and wrongful termination. Candidates will have the chance to manage active cases, communicate directly with clients, and develop their careers within a supportive legal environment. Ideal applicants should have a passion for employment law and a commitment to long-term professional growth. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of clients while advancing your legal career.

Benefits

Bonus potential based on performance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

Parental leave

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• UBE score of 270 or higher is required.
• Must currently reside in or be relocating to a qualifying state.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial consultations and assess potential employment law cases.
• Draft legal documents and represent clients in court.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Project management

Organizational abilities

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Negotiation experience

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Junior Employment Law Associate Attorney

Company name: BCG Attorney Search

Experience: 1-3 yrs required

Location: Portland, ME, United States

Posted on: Apr 02, 2025

Valid Through: May 02, 2025

Job Overview:
A well-established employment law firm is seeking a junior Associate Attorney to join its remote team. This role is focused on representing employees in litigation related to discrimination, retaliation, harassment, wage and hour violations, and wrongful termination. The position offers a unique opportunity to manage active cases, interact directly with clients, and grow within a supportive and mission-driven legal team. Ideal candidates will have a passion for employment law and be based in or relocating to New England or New York.

Duties:

1. Conduct initial consultations and assess the merits of potential employment law cases
2. Draft legal documents including discrimination charges, complaints, motions, and correspondence
3. Perform legal research and draft memoranda on case law and regulatory issues
4. Represent clients in state and federal courts and before administrative agencies
5. Handle case management responsibilities with oversight from a partner
6. Engage in settlement negotiations and participate in mediations
7. Maintain clear, compassionate, and consistent communication with clients
8. Track deadlines, manage workflows, and prioritize litigation tasks effectively

Requirements:

1. UBE score of 270 or higher is required
2. Recent bar exam takers with a 3.5+ law school GPA will also be considered
3. Must currently reside in or be relocating to a qualifying state (ME, MA, NH, VT, CT, RI, or NY)
4. Access to a private, professional home workspace suitable for confidential legal work
5. Must have reliable transportation for occasional regional travel
6. Interest in long-term career development within the field of employment law

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

Law school and undergraduate GPA must be included in the application

Certifications:

1. Bar admission in a relevant jurisdiction is preferred
2. Willingness to seek bar admission in additional applicable states (with firm support)

Skills:

1. Excellent legal writing and research skills
2. Strong project management and organizational abilities
3. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
4. Clear and persuasive communicator
5. Highly motivated and detail-oriented
6. Open to feedback and professional development
7. Professional demeanor with the ability to engage with clients and team members
8. Knowledge of state and federal employment laws and negotiation experience is preferred but not required

Benefits:

1. Bonus potential based on performance
2. Health insurance
3. Health savings account
4. Paid time off
5. Parental leave
6. Supportive team culture and long-term career development opportunities

Company info:

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York, NY 10017
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]