Company name
BCG Attorney Search
Experience
1-3 yrs required
Location
Portland, ME, United States
Industry
Legal
Posted on
Apr 02, 2025
Valid Through
May 02, 2025
Profile
Job Overview:
A well-established employment law firm is seeking junior Associate Attorney to join its remote team. This role is focused on representing employees in litigation related to discrimination, retaliation, harassment, wage and hour violations, and wrongful termination. The position offers a unique opportunity to manage active cases, interact directly with clients, and grow within a supportive and mission-driven legal team. Ideal candidates will have a passion for employment law and be based in or relocating to New England or New York.
Location:
Portland, ME
Duties:
Conduct initial consultations and assess the merits of potential employment law cases
Draft legal documents including discrimination charges, complaints, motions, and correspondence
Perform legal research and draft memoranda on case law and regulatory issues
Represent clients in state and federal courts and before administrative agencies
Handle case management responsibilities with oversight from a partner
Engage in settlement negotiations and participate in mediations
Maintain clear, compassionate, and consistent communication with clients
Track deadlines, manage workflows, and prioritize litigation tasks effectively
Requirements:
UBE score of 270 or higher is required
Recent bar exam takers with a 3.5+ law school GPA will also be considered
Must currently reside in or be relocating to a qualifying state (ME, MA, NH, VT, CT, RI, or NY)
Access to a private, professional home workspace suitable for confidential legal work
Must have reliable transportation for occasional regional travel
Interest in long-term career development within the field of employment law
Education:
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school
Law school and undergraduate GPA must be included in the application
Certifications:
Bar admission in a relevant jurisdiction is preferred
Willingness to seek bar admission in additional applicable states (with firm support)
Skills:
Excellent legal writing and research skills
Strong project management and organizational abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Clear and persuasive communicator
Highly motivated and detail-oriented
Open to feedback and professional development
Professional demeanor with the ability to engage with clients and team members
Knowledge of state and federal employment laws and negotiation experience is preferred but not required
Benefits:
Bonus potential based on performance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Health savings account
401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off
Parental leave
Flexible schedule
Supportive team culture and long-term career development opportunities
Company info
BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306