Attorney Partner/Unit Lead - Employment Law

Job Overview

A nationally respected law firm is seeking an experienced Partner-level Employment Law Attorney to lead and expand its Employment Law Practice in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This is a full-time leadership opportunity for a senior attorney ready to build and manage a high-performing legal team. The role combines litigation expertise, strategic planning, client development, and team management within a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Location

• West Palm Beach, FL

Key Responsibilities

Legal Practice & Case Management

• Handle a docket of complex employment law matters, including:

  • Discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage & hour claims, FMLA, and compliance disputes

• Represent corporate clients before state and federal courts, and agencies (e.g., EEOC, DOL)

• Advise clients proactively on employment regulations, compliance, and litigation risk

Client Development & Relationship Management

• Maintain and expand an active portfolio of employer clients

• Collaborate with internal marketing and business development teams

• Serve as a visible firm representative at legal panels, client events, and industry forums

Team Leadership & Strategic Growth

• Lead and manage a team of attorneys and legal professionals

• Mentor junior attorneys and promote a culture of collaboration and growth

• Participate in strategic planning and leadership meetings to guide practice expansion

Cross-Practice Collaboration

• Partner with other firm practice groups (General Liability, Corporate, Labor & Employment)

• Contribute to a client-centered, multi-disciplinary service approach

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

• Active and in good standing with the Florida Bar

• Minimum 5 years of employment law defense experience, including litigation, counseling, and compliance

• Experience managing attorneys or leading legal teams within a firm environment

• Proven ability to generate or manage client business (a portable book of business is strongly preferred)

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Expertise in employment law statutes and case law: FLSA, ADA, Title VII, FMLA, etc.

• Strong written and oral advocacy skills

• Strategic thinker with a business mindset

• Entrepreneurial and collaborative leadership style

• High level of accountability, communication, and integrity

Compensation & Benefits

Strategic Compensation Model

• Non-traditional profit-sharing structure aligned with leadership impact and innovation

Health & Wellness

• Employer-paid PPO health insurance

• Optional dental, vision, and mental health coverage

• Generous paid time off, floating holidays, and a designated mental health day

Retirement & Long-Term Planning

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Internal Support

• In-house marketing, business development, and talent acquisition support

• Continuing legal education (CLE) and lateral integration assistance

Workplace Culture & Perks

• Diverse and inclusive firm culture

• Regular team-building events, daily office refreshments, and social activities

• Located in the firm’s flagship office with direct access to firm leadership and resources

This law firm was founded over three decades ago and offers full legal services to their clients. Their areas of practice include appeals, bankruptcy, business transactions, collections, criminal defense, estate planning, family law, mediation, subrogation, real estate closings, and more. Their offices are located in Fort Lauderdale; Tampa; Orlando; Jacksonville; Tallahassee; Panama City; and Chicago, IL.