Labor & Employment Associate Attorney

Johnleonard; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

JOHNLEONARD in Boston seeks a Labor & Employment Associate Attorney admitted to the Massachusetts Bar to join a boutique education and employment law practice representing public schools, public employers, and private employers.

The role emphasizes labor and employment, education, and public sector law, with opportunities to work alongside experienced attorneys on complex matters in Massachusetts.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Bar admission is required.
• Strong academic credentials are expected.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills are essential.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Interest or experience in labor, employment, education, or public sector law preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle matters involving labor and employment law, including issues affecting public-sector and education clients.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal memoranda, correspondence, and other documents.
• Analyze complex employment and labor issues and provide thoughtful legal guidance.
• Manage multiple matters and deadlines while working independently.
• Communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Support public school, public employer, and private employer clients on legal matters.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multi-tasking

Independent work

Attention to detail

Labor law interest

Education

Massachusetts Bar admission

Job description

Salary Range: $150K-$170K

Schedule: Full-time | Monday-Friday, 8:30-5

Required: Massachusetts Bar admission and strong academic credentials

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

About the Opportunity

A boutique education and employment law firm representing public schools, public employers, and private employers is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate Attorney admitted to the Massachusetts Bar. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney interested in labor law, employment law, education law, and public sector law to work alongside some of the most experienced attorneys in these practice areas in Massachusetts.

Qualifications & Skills

• Massachusetts Bar admission required
• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent legal research and writing skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Interest or experience in labor law, employment law, education law, or public sector law preferred

Key Job Functions

• Handle matters involving labor and employment law, including issues affecting public-sector and education clients
• Conduct legal research and draft legal memoranda, correspondence, and other documents
• Analyze complex employment and labor issues and provide thoughtful legal guidance
• Manage multiple matters and deadlines while working independently
• Communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, and other stakeholders
• Support public school, public employer, and private employer clients on legal matters

Founded in 1969, JOHNLEONARD, a woman-owned business, is the premier staffing choice in Boston and beyond. We provide Temporary/Contract, Direct Hire, Temp-to-Hire, and Payroll services as part of our comprehensive service offerings. JOHNLEONARD is an equal opportunity employer committed to representation, belonging, and accessibility in the workplace. All applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.