Employment & Labor Law Partner Opportunity – Columbus, OH

A nationally recognized labor and employment law firm representing employers is seeking a highly experienced Employment & Labor Attorney to join its Columbus, Ohio office as a Partner. This is an exceptional opportunity for an entrepreneurial attorney who wants a strong national platform, full practice support, and the ability to grow an already successful book of business.

Key Details

Location: Columbus, OH (Hybrid flexibility available)
Bar: Must be licensed in Ohio
Experience: 8+ years of employment & labor law experience representing employers
Portable Book: Minimum $350K+ required

Role Overview

The firm is seeking a senior employment attorney with proven client relationships and strong technical command of labor and employment matters. The role involves:

• Handling administrative agency matters, demand letters, investigations, internal audits, and employment litigation
• Managing single-plaintiff cases with opportunities for class, collective, or multi-plaintiff work
• Counseling employers on compliance, workplace policies, wage & hour issues, investigations, and risk mitigation
• Developing litigation strategies, drafting and reviewing work product, and representing clients at hearings, mediations, and trials
• Supervising associates and contributing to firmwide thought leadership
• Collaborating with national practice groups and leveraging a deep bench of resources

Some regional travel may be required to meet clients or attend proceedings.

Environment & Support

• Highly respected national platform dedicated exclusively to employer-side labor & employment law
• Comprehensive administrative support including paralegals, marketing, research, and staffing resources
• Strong cross-office collaboration with no internal competition
• Ability to work with autonomy while benefiting from full institutional backing
• No unnecessary bureaucracy—focus on high-quality legal work and client service

Compensation

Salary Range: $300K–$600K+ (commensurate with experience and portable business)
Partner compensation structure rewards originations, client service, and team collaboration.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with firm contribution/profit-sharing
• Generous PTO and paid parental leave
• Wellness programs, CLE support, and professional development resources
• Opportunities for national leadership roles and practice expansion

What They’re Looking For

• An independent, seasoned employment attorney with strong employer-side experience
• Someone comfortable advising sophisticated clients on complex issues
• A professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and values flexibility
• A partner-level attorney with at least $350K in portable, sustainable business
• Strong communication, courtroom, and strategic advisory skills