Employment Attorney

About This Role

This Counsel-level opportunity is for an Employment Attorney to join a thriving boutique firm, advising startups, venture-backed companies, and M&A clients. The position offers significant autonomy, direct client engagement, and a supportive culture.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary or supporting counsel on complex employment matters
• Draft, review, and negotiate employment agreements and restrictive covenants
• Advise clients on multi-state workforce compliance obligations
• Manage a client portfolio directly, delivering proactive legal advice
• Conduct employment law diligence for acquisitions and financings

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience practicing employment law at a law firm
• Active bar admission in any US state
• Strong command of employment law in the M&A context
• Ability to work independently and manage a client portfolio
• Experience advising on M&A employee transitions

Important Details

• Locations: Austin, TX; Dallas, TX
• Work arrangement: 4 days in-office, with hybrid flexibility after ramp-up to approximately 3 days per week