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Orion Placement

Associate Attorney - Employment Litigation

Orion Placement, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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Associate Attorney - Employment Litigation Base pay range: $120,000.00/yr – $120,000.00/yr

Pay:

$120,000.00 per year

Note:

This position requires employees to work in a hybrid model (some in-office in Boston, some remote) at the client’s Boston office.

Note:

The qualified candidate for this position must have a J.D. and at least 3 years of employment law litigation experience.

Competitive bonus structure – % of fees collected

About our client:

Our client is a mission-driven plaintiff-side employment law firm in Boston focused on representing employees in cases of discrimination, retaliation, wage and hour, and leave rights. They are growing and committed to high-quality advocacy, professional development, and equitable access to justice.

Job Description

Represent employees in employment litigation (discrimination, retaliation, wage/hour, leave claims)

Draft and respond to demand letters, complaints, motions, briefs, discovery, and other filings

Appear before state and federal courts and administrative agencies (e.g. MCAD, EEOC, DOL)

Take and defend depositions, argue motions, and engage in settlement negotiations or mediations

Manage cases independently while collaborating with senior attorneys and the team

Monitor case budgets, strategy, and client communication

Help grow the practice through business development, client referrals, and thought leadership

Qualifications

J.D. and admission to the Massachusetts Bar (admission in NY, CT, NJ is a plus)

Minimum 3 years of experience in employment law, preferably on the plaintiff side

Demonstrated litigation and courtroom experience (motions, depositions, hearings)

Strong advocacy, analytical, and persuasive writing skills

Ability to manage a caseload independently and prioritize competing deadlines

Commitment to employee rights, workplace equity, and mission-driven representation

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

Hybrid work structure allows flexibility while preserving in-office collaboration

Competitive base salary plus performance-driven bonus (percentage of fees)

Meaningful, high-impact cases that advance worker rights

Opportunity to deepen trial and litigation skills in a growing practice

Supportive, mission-oriented environment with leadership visibility and growth potential

Benefits

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Boston, MA (hybrid)

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