Junior Labor and Employment Attorney

A law firm in Westborough, MA is seeking a Junior Labor and Employment Attorney to handle a diverse range of labor, employment, and human resources-related matters. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical, drafting, and communication skills, and will be responsible for legal research, document drafting, and client advisories.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research on labor and employment law issues.
• Draft legal memoranda, court documents, briefs, and client advice letters.
• Advise public and private-sector employers on a broad range of labor, employment, and human resources matters.
• Assist with collective bargaining and grievance arbitrations.
• Support public sector education law matters, including policy drafting, administrative hearings, student rights, and other education-related issues.
• Represent employers in employment litigation before state and federal courts, as well as administrative agencies.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and interact effectively with clients to address legal concerns and provide strategic advice.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent analytical, drafting, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with clients and manage client relationships.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Massachusetts Bar (required).

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research and drafting legal documents.
• Strong understanding of labor and employment law, including collective bargaining and grievance arbitrations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle complex legal matters and interact with clients effectively.
• Experience or knowledge in public sector education law is a plus.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.