Employment Litigation Attorney

Employment Litigation Attorney

A well-established and respected law firm in Annapolis, Maryland, is seeking an experienced Employment Litigation Attorney to take on a leadership role within its growing employment practice.

This is an exciting opportunity for an attorney who wants to take ownership of an established practice, manage meaningful client relationships, and play an active role in expanding the firm's employment law services. You'll have the support of existing firm leadership, along with the opportunity to shape the future direction of the practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise employers on a variety of employment law matters, including workplace disputes, discrimination, harassment, wage and hour issues, and compliance.
• Represent clients in employment-related litigation, arbitration, mediation, hearings, and depositions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate employment agreements, severance agreements, and restrictive covenant agreements.
• Manage existing client relationships and develop new business opportunities.
• Help grow the employment practice through referrals, networking, and business development.
• Mentor and guide junior attorneys and support staff as the practice expands.
• Collaborate with attorneys across other practice areas to deliver comprehensive client solutions.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

• Active membership in good standing with the Maryland Bar.

• At least 5 years of employment law experience, with a strong background in litigation.

• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.

• Excellent communication, analytical, negotiation, and client management skills.

• Entrepreneurial mindset with an interest in developing and growing a practice.

• A portable book of business is welcome but not required.

• What’s Offered

• Competitive base salary of $175,000–$250,000, based on experience and business generation.

• Opportunity to lead and influence the growth of an established practice.

• Supportive, collaborative firm environment.

• Meaningful client relationships and opportunities for professional advancement.

• Competitive benefits package.

• Interested in learning more? This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, take on a leadership role, and help build the next chapter of a growing employment law practice.