Labor & Employment Partner

Michael Best; Wilmington (NC); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base Pay

401(k) with Company Match

Health Savings Accounts

Flexible Remote Work Policy

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Michael Best in Wilmington, North Carolina is seeking an experienced Labor & Employment Partner to help grow its expanding offices. The ideal candidate must possess a minimum of seven years of employment litigation and counseling experience, along with a portable book of business worth at least $400k. The position offers competitive base pay and flexible remote work options. Join a respected firm committed to employee well-being and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven years of labor & employment experience.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Help grow our expanding North Carolina offices.
• Manage labor and employment litigation and counseling.
• Develop relationships and foster teamwork.

Skills

Labor & Employment Experience

Interpersonal Skills

Decision Making

Problem Solving

Education

J.D. from an ABA accredited law school

Excellent academic credentials

Job description

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking an experienced Labor & Employment Partner to help grow our expanding North Carolina offices. The candidate must be a senior level attorney with a minimum of seven (7) years of employment litigation and counseling experience. A book of a minimum of $400k in portable L&E business is required.

The Company

Michael Best & Friedrich, LLP is a full‑service law firm with more than 350 lawyers and technical professionals who work in collaborative, interdisciplinary practices to serve clients around the world. We work with companies in all kinds of industries, as well as trade associations, nonprofits, educational institutions, governments, family trusts, and high‑net‑worth individuals. Since our firm’s founding in 1848, we’ve continuously evolved to meet our clients’ changing needs and expectations. One thing remains the same: For generations, clients have relied on Michael Best for exceptional legal service and business acumen.

The Location

We have offices in Wisconsin (Green Bay, Milwaukee, Madison, Waukesha); Illinois (Chicago); Utah (Salt Lake City); Colorado (Denver, Broomfield); Texas (Austin); North Carolina (Charlotte, Raleigh, Wilmington); California (Los Angeles); Nebraska (Lincoln) and Washington D.C. Our contemporary office spaces are ideal for concentration and collaboration supporting our culture of working together to make great things happen for our clients. This position is located in any of our North Carolina offices.

Job Requirements

Knowledge Base & Education

• J.D. from an ABA accredited law school
• Excellent academic credentials
• A minimum of seven years’ labor & employment experience
• Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves and Firm needs change
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team
• Ability to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of the Firm

Communication

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of internal and external clients, attorneys, and staff
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion

Problem Solving Skills

• Ability and confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions
• Agility to respond to unexpected challenges, including proactively developing innovative solutions to complex problems while maintaining a professional demeanor

Professionalism

• Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgment

Other

• Valid authorization to work in the U.S.

Why You Should Apply

At Michael Best, we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that provides a variety of resources designed to enhance its employees’ overall well‑being, both at work and at home. Competitive base pay, outstanding benefits, opportunities for learning and growth, programs designed to help you plan for the future, and perks that inspire your downtime are all part of our total compensation package.

Learning and Growth

• Challenging and Dynamic Role
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Performance Management and Coaching
• Specialized Training Programs
• Bar Exam/Bar Review Course Reimbursement
• Medical
• Vision Care
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Program
• Employee and Family Assistance Program

Total Compensation

• Competitive Base Pay
• Performance Recognition
• ABA, State and Local Bar Membership Fee Reimbursement

Planning for the Future

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Short Term Disability Plan
• Long Term Disability Plan
• Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Parental/Family Leave

Culture and Workplace

• Respected Organization with Collaborative Culture
• Growing Firm with an Exciting Future
• Flexible Remote Work Policy (Ability to work remote up to 2.5 days per week)
• Contemporary Work Environment
• Positive and Respectful Work Climate

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, Michael Best Strategies LLC, and Michael Best Consulting LLC (collectively known as "Michael Best") are steadfastly committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants for employment that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact our Recruiting team at 414.225.4999 or [e-mail] to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.