Partner - Employment Law

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Partner to join its Employment Law Section in Norfolk, VA. This role involves a dynamic mix of litigation, consulting, and transactional work, providing legal services to clients on employment-related matters both regionally and nationally.

Duties

• Represent clients in employment-related matters, including counseling, litigation, mediation, and arbitration.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Provide counsel on employment law issues such as discrimination, harassment, wage and hour compliance, and workplace policies.
• Manage litigation matters from start to finish.
• Participate in client meetings, court appearances, and negotiations.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Virginia State Bar (or eligibility for admission).
• 7 years of experience in employment law preferred.
• Experience representing clients in both federal and state court litigation.
• Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, associates, and deadlines effectively.
• Ability to work from the Norfolk, Tysons, or Richmond office.
• At least a partial portable book of business is preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the Virginia State Bar (or eligibility for admission).

Skills

• Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, associates, and deadlines effectively.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1629 K ST NW, Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20006
Phone : (202) 955-5585
Fax : (213) 895-7306