Labor And Employment Attorney

Senior Labor & Employment Attorney (7+ Years) – Plaintiff/Employee Side | Portable Book Preferred | Bethesda, MDA growing litigation-focused law firm is seeking a Senior Labor & Employment Attorney with 7+ years of experience and a small portable book of business to join its plaintiff-side employment practice in Bethesda, Maryland.This opportunity is ideal for an attorney who is passionate about advocating for employees and executives, handling complex workplace disputes, and building long-term client relationships within a collaborative and entrepreneurial firm environment.ResponsibilitiesManage plaintiff-side employment matters from initial consultation through resolutionLitigate cases in state and federal courts, including drafting motions, conducting discovery, and taking/defending depositionsAdvocate for employees in administrative proceedings and settlement negotiationsAdvise employees and executives regarding employment agreements, severance packages, and workplace rightsDevelop and maintain client relationships and referral sourcesContribute a portable book of business and help grow the firm's employment practiceQualifications7+ years of labor & employment litigation experienceMeaningful experience representing employees/plaintiffs in workplace disputesStrong background in discrimination, retaliation, wage & hour, and employment contract mattersDemonstrated ability to independently manage litigation and client relationshipsPortable book of business preferred (small but growing)Excellent writing, advocacy, and client-management skillsAdmission to the Maryland Bar (DC admission strongly preferred)