Employment Attorney

MB Attorney Search is conducting a search for an Employment Attorney with at least five years of experience to join a respected boutique management-side labor and employment practice in the greater Milwaukee area.

This role is ideal for an attorney who enjoys counseling employers on day-to-day workplace matters and helping clients navigate employment issues proactively before disputes arise. The position offers substantial client interaction hands-on responsibility and close collaboration with experienced labor and employment attorneys in a collegial environment.

Responsibilities:

• Advise employers on day-to-day employment and workplace matters.
• Draft and review employee handbooks workplace policies offer letters and related employment documents.
• Counsel clients regarding hiring discipline termination leave benefits accommodation and compliance issues.
• Assist employers with internal investigations and workplace assessments.
• Provide guidance on matters involving discrimination harassment retaliation wage and hour and leave laws.
• Support management training and preventative employment practices.
• Work closely with business clients to develop practical and proactive employment solutions.

Qualifications:

• 5 years of employment law experience with significant counseling and advisory experience preferred.
• Strong drafting communication and client counseling skills.
• Experience advising employers on workplace policies and employment compliance matters.
• Ability to manage client relationships and provide practical business-oriented guidance.
• Strong academic credentials and professional judgment.
• Wisconsin bar admission required or ability to obtain admission promptly.
• What Makes This Opportunity Unique
• Clear partnership-track opportunity with credit given for prior experience.
• Direct mentorship from highly experienced labor and employment practitioners.
• Immediate client interaction and meaningful responsibility.
• Boutique environment with strong collaboration and close-knit culture.
• Manageable billable-hour expectations that support long-term professional sustainability.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base compensation depending on experience.

Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) health insurance HSA contributions life insurance and strong firm-funded retirement contributions.

The firm offers a collegial and supportive environment focused on professional growth mentorship and long-term career development.

To Apply

Please submit your resume for immediate consideration. Select candidates may be asked to submit a writing sample and transcript upon further consideration.

Required Experience:

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