Benjamin M. Flam

Benjamin M. Flam is a leading employment and labor attorney at Gordon Law Group, LLP. Based in Boston, he represents employees in the private sector and at federal agencies, including the FBI, EPA, and OPM. Benjamin has earned recognition as a Super Lawyers “Top Rated Employment & Labor Attorney” and has helped secure major victories, such as a $16.95 million severance award and an $11 million appeal win. He handles matters including executive employment agreements, severance negotiations, and discrimination claims, often litigating before state and federal courts and agencies.

Benjamin earned his J.D., cum laude, from Syracuse University School of Law. He also received a Master’s in International Relations from the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs and a Certificate of Advanced Study in Security Studies from the Institute for National Security and Counterterrorism, Syracuse University. He holds a B.A., magna cum laude, from the University of Rhode Island.

Benjamin’s legal work reflects a deep understanding of employment law, civil rights, and national security matters. He frequently represents executives and federal employees in complex disputes involving non-compete clauses, whistleblower claims, and security clearances. Judges have praised Benjamin’s legal performance as “exceptional,” noting his preparation, legal scholarship, and successful outcomes.

Beyond litigation, Benjamin is an expert in policy and advocacy. He serves on the Massachusetts Employment Lawyers Association’s Legislative and MCAD/EEOC Committees. He was appointed to the Massachusetts Fair Housing Coalition and has testified on U.S. employment law in international courts.

Benjamin M. Flam also contributes to the legal community as a certified mediator and trainer on fair housing and civil rights law. His previous work includes serving as Chief Civil Rights Investigator at the Boston Housing Authority, where he developed accommodation policies and trained agencies statewide. At Gordon Law Group, LLP, Benjamin continues to achieve results with skill, strategy, and dedication.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Gordon Law Group LLP
• Member, Massachusetts Bar Association
• Member, New York State Bar Association
• Member, Massachusetts Employment Lawyers Association

Licensed State

• Massachusetts
• New York

Education

• Syracuse University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs
  Masters of arts (MA)
• University of Rhode Island
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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