Philip J. Gordon

Philip J. Gordon is the founding partner of Gordon Law Group, LLP, and one of the nation’s leading employment lawyers. He has earned a reputation for success in high-stakes trials and class actions. He represents senior executives, employees, and large groups of workers in complex employment matters. His courtroom victories include multi-million-dollar verdicts in cases involving severance pay, retaliation, and contract disputes.

Philip’s clients range from top-level executives to workers facing discrimination, wage theft, or wrongful termination. He frequently acts as lead counsel in trials, arbitrations, and appeals in both federal and state courts. He is consistently recognized by Best Lawyers and Super Lawyers, including selection among the “Top 100 Lawyers in New England.”

Philip earned his J.D. from Suffolk University Law School, where he was Technical Editor of the Law Review and won first place in a major moot court competition. He also holds a B.A. from Bowdoin College, where he made the Dean’s List.

Philip began his legal career as a law clerk to Justice Charles Fried on the Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts. Before founding Gordon Law Group, LLP, he worked as an associate at WilmerHale and served as General Counsel at a technology firm.

In his career, Philip J. Gordon has helped thousands of individuals. His class action work includes major wins against Wal-Mart, FedEx, and other large employers. He regularly represents executives in negotiating contracts, equity, and severance agreements. Judges have praised his trial skills, legal knowledge, and strategic work. He also contributes amicus briefs in major public interest cases and speaks on employment law topics nationwide.

Philip’s commitment to justice and deep understanding of employment law make him a top advocate in the field. His practice reflects decades of experience and a dedication to protecting workers’ rights.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founding Partner, Gordon Law Group, LLP
• Member, Massachusetts Bar Association
• Member, New York State Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, National Employment Lawyers Association
• Board Member, Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy Coalition

Licensed State

• Massachusetts
• New York

Education

• Suffolk University Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Bowdoin College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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