Job Description

Employment Litigation Attorney

$150K–$240K Base + Industry-Leading Bonus

Portland, Maine | Hybrid / Remote Flexibility

A nationally recognized labor & employment law firm is expanding its Portland, Maine office and seeking a high-performing Employment Litigation Attorney to join its growing employer-side practice. This is a standout opportunity for attorneys who want sophisticated litigation, real career advancement, and one of the most competitive bonus structures in the labor & employment market .

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Top-tier bonus program — among the most lucrative in L&E
• Sophisticated employer-side litigation with national firm resources
• Hybrid flexibility with remote work options
• Clear partnership and advancement pathways
• Collaborative, attorney-first culture with strong national support

What You’ll Do

You’ll represent employers across Maine and the broader New England region in a wide range of employment litigation matters, including:

• Single-plaintiff and multi-plaintiff employment disputes
• Wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims
• Wage-and-hour litigation under Maine law and the FLSA
• Class and collective actions (experience helpful, not required)
• Depositions, written discovery, motion drafting, and oral argument
• Federal court litigation in the District of Maine
• Employer counseling on compliance, investigations, and risk mitigation

You’ll manage your own caseload while collaborating with experienced L&E litigators across the firm’s national platform.

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of employment litigation experience
• Strong research, writing, and motion practice skills
• Experience taking or defending depositions (or ready to do so)
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment
• Maine Bar admission (or ability to obtain promptly)
• Business-minded attorney interested in long-term growth within a national L&E practice

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $150,000 – $240,000 (DOE)
• Bonus Program: One of the most comprehensive in the labor & employment legal market
• Reasonable, sustainable billable expectations

Benefits Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous PTO and paid parental leave
• 401(k) with profit sharing
• Life insurance & long-term disability
• Employee assistance program
• Optional critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans
• Student loan refinancing support
• Pet insurance
• CLE, bar dues, and ongoing professional development

Who This Role Is Ideal For

This role is ideal for an employment litigator seeking high-level employer-side work , exceptional compensation upside, flexibility, and a clear path for advancement within a nationally respected labor & employment firm.

Apply confidentially to learn more.

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