Employment Law Attorney - Part-time

Key Responsibilities: Provide day-to-day employment law counseling to business clients and HR professionals regarding employee relations and workplace matters. Advise clients on compliance with applicable state and federal employment laws and regulations. Review, assess, and develop: Employee handbooks, policies, and procedures Employment, non-compete, confidentiality, and trade secret agreements Layoff and reduction-in-force plans Employee benefits and executive compensation matters Affirmative Action plans Counsel clients regarding FMLA compliance and other employment-related leave and workplace requirements. Assist with and advise on workplace investigations, including investigation planning, interviews, documentation, and recommendations. Conduct or assist with human resources audits to identify potential compliance issues and areas for improvement. Develop and deliver supervisory and in-service training on employment law, HR practices, and workplace compliance. Provide practical guidance to HR personnel and business leaders regarding day-to-day employment decisions that may implicate legal requirements. Help clients proactively identify and address employment-related risks before they develop into litigation, regulatory issues, or statutory violations. Prepare and review employment-related materials, training resources, policies, and other documentation. Support additional employment law and HR projects as needed.

Qualifications: J.D. from an accredited law school and active Michigan bar admission. 3+ years of substantive employment law experience, preferably in a law firm or business counseling environment. Experience advising employers and HR professionals on a broad range of workplace and employment matters. Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state employment laws, including FMLA and workplace compliance requirements. Experience with employee handbooks, employment agreements, policies and procedures, workplace investigations, and reductions in force. Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills. Ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice. Excellent judgment and discretion when handling confidential employee and business matters. Ability to work independently, manage multiple client matters, and prioritize effectively in a part-time environment.

Hourly Pay Rate: Starting at $70/hour and up, commensurate with experience.