Partner Employment Attorney

Cannonrecruit; Fairfax (VA); Sur place; USD 300 000 - 350 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Bonus plan

Comprehensive benefits

Administrative support

Marketing support

Collaborative environment

Résumé du poste

Confidential search in Northern Virginia seeks an accomplished Partner Employment Attorney to lead a growing Labor & Employment practice. This on-site role requires an established reputation in employment law and a demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships.

The ideal candidate will bring a portable book of business of at least $500,000, along with significant experience advising employers on complex matters and business development.

Qualifications

• Must hold a J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Virginia Bar license or ability to obtain promptly.
• Portable book of business of at least $500,000, ideally in Northern Virginia.

Responsabilités

• Lead and grow a sophisticated employment law practice.
• Represent employers in litigation before state and federal courts and agencies.
• Advise clients on compliance with employment laws at all levels.
• Counsel employers on investigations, wage/hour, discrimination and covenants.
• Draft and negotiate employment documents and policies.
• Develop and maintain client relationships while expanding the practice.
• Mentor associates and staff and collaborate with other partners.

Connaissances

Leadership

Business development

Client relationship management

Litigation experience

Negotiation

Counseling

Formation

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Description du poste

Confidential – Partner Employment Attorney

Location: Northern Virginia, VA

Work Setting: On-Site

Compensation: $300,000–$350,000 annually + Performance-Based Incentives

About the Opportunity

A highly respected and growing law firm in Northern Virginia is seeking an accomplished Partner Employment Attorney to join its expanding Labor & Employment practice. This is a confidential search for an attorney with an established reputation in employment law and a demonstrated ability to grow and maintain client relationships.

The ideal candidate will bring a portable book of business of at least $500,000, along with significant experience advising employers on complex employment matters and business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a sophisticated employment law practice.
• Represent employers in employment litigation before state and federal courts and administrative agencies.
• Advise clients on compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Counsel employers on workplace investigations, employee relations, wage and hour issues, discrimination, harassment, restrictive covenants, and executive employment matters.
• Draft and negotiate employment agreements, severance agreements, handbooks, policies, and other employment-related documents.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships while expanding the firm's employment practice.
• Mentor and supervise associate attorneys and legal staff.
• Collaborate with partners across multiple practice groups to provide comprehensive legal services.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active Virginia Bar license or ability to obtain admission promptly.
• Extensive experience practicing employment law.
• Minimum portable book of business of $500,000, preferably generated within the Northern Virginia market.
• Proven track record of business development and client retention.
• Strong litigation, negotiation, and counseling experience.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client management skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to grow a thriving practice.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary of $300,000–$350,000, based on experience and portable business.
• Competitive bonus and partner compensation structure.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Administrative and marketing support to help expand your practice.
• Opportunity to join a collaborative, entrepreneurial firm with an established reputation in the region.

This search is being conducted on a strictly confidential basis. Information regarding the firm and partnership structure will be shared only with qualified candidates during the interview process.