Lateral Partner, Employment & Labor — Nashville

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Leading national law firm is seeking a Lateral Partner to join its Employment & Labor practice in Nashville. The role will focus on counseling employers, handling complex labor and employment litigation, and advising on workplace policies and compliance matters.

The successful candidate will join a team that handles a broad mix of preventive counseling, administrative proceedings, and courtroom litigation for private- and public-sector employers. The position offers an opportunity to lead matters, mentor junior lawyers, and collaborate across practice groups.

We are looking for a commercial partner who can grow and develop the practice in the Nashville market while delivering high-quality client service and building relationships with regional and national clients.

• Portable book of business of $2M+ (USD)
• Established partner-level experience in labor & employment law, including litigation and counseling
• Admitted or able to be admitted to practice in Tennessee
• Proven business development skills and ability to lead client matters

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