An Employment Lawyer is a legal professional who works with all legal matters related to employees in the workplace. They are involved in ensuring that the right procedures are used for hiring, managing employee relations, handling disputes between employers and their employees.
$175,000 - $300,000 per year Job Details - Key Responsibilities & Duties Provide legal counsel regarding discrimination, harassment, wage and hour, employee benefits, and related employment law matters. Handle employment litigation matters from inception through resolution. Represent clients in court proceedings, arbitration, mediation, depositions, hearings, and trials. Draft and negotiate employment agreements, severance agreements, restrictive covenants, and related employment documents. Prepare pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation documents. Advise employers regarding compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws. Lead business development efforts and cultivate client relationships. Mentor and supervise junior attorneys and support staff. Collaborate across practice groups to deliver comprehensive legal solutions. Participate in community and professional organizations to expand the firm's presence. Qualifications Needed Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school. Active Maryland Bar membership in good standing. Minimum 5+ years of Labor & Employment Law experience with a strong litigation focus. Experience handling employment litigation matters, including discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, and wage & hour claims. Strong background advising employers on federal, state, and local employment law compliance. Experience drafting and negotiating employment agreements, restrictive covenants, and severance agreements. Working knowledge of EEOC and NLRB regulations. Proven ability to develop business, cultivate client relationships, and contribute to practice growth. Prior management or mentoring experience preferred. Portable book of business welcomed but not required.
A bit about us:
- Founded more than 30 years ago and based in Annapolis, Maryland, we are a growing, full-service law firm focused on providing practical, client-centered legal solutions. We serve businesses, professionals, and individuals across a variety of practice areas, fostering a collaborative environment where attorneys have the opportunity to build meaningful client relationships, develop their practices, and contribute to the long-term success of the firm and community. Why join us? -
Competitive Compensation:
$175,000-$300,000+ base salary DOE with significant upside tied to business generation and practice growth.
Bonus Opportunity:
Strong earning potential for attorneys who expand and lead the practice. Comprehensive Benefits Package.
Leadership Opportunity:
Take ownership of an established employment law practice and shape its future direction.
Mentorship & Team Building:
Recruit, mentor, and develop attorneys and staff while growing a scalable practice.
Collaborative Culture:
Work closely with litigation, commercial, and estates attorneys in a collegial environment.
Community Engagement:
Join a firm that values professional involvement and long-term client relationships.
Growth & Advancement:
Clear pathway to leadership and practice development.
