Ellen C. Kearns

4.5 (30 reviews )

Boston Massachusetts United States

Employment Law - Management Labor Law - Management Litigation - Labor and Employment

Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2006

617-849-7880 Website

About Ellen

Ellen Kearns represents management in a full range of traditional labor and employment issues, including NLRB proceedings, negotiations, and arbitration. Ellen has obtained injunctions in labor disputes, and has resolved strike issues. She has appeared before federal and state courts and administrative agencies with respect to employment discrimination, sexual harassment, wrongful discharge cases, wage and hour matters, and other employment related litigation. Ellen is recognized nationally for her wage and hour expertise, having served as Editor-in-Chief of the first, second and third editions of the ABA/BNA Treatise, The Fair Labor Standards Act. She serves as head of Constangy's Boston office.

Practice Areas

Employment Law - Management

Labor Law - Management

Litigation - Labor and Employment

Education

Boston College Law School

Regis College

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Reviews

4.5 / 5

30 Reviews

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Kerry Quigley

Feb 03, 2026

Ellen C. Kearns did a great job handling my complex Employment Law - Management case from start to finish

It's hard finding a reliable lawyer these days, but Ellen C. Kearns in Boston is definitely one of the good ones. Would use them again if needed without hesitation. They are professional, responsive,...

Seth Schmeler

Feb 03, 2026

Outstanding experience with Ellen C. Kearns in Boston - truly the best legal team

Short and sweet: Ellen C. Kearns is the real deal and a true professional in the field of Employment Law - Management. If you're in Boston and need help with your legal issues, call them immediately....

Brooke Hudson

Feb 03, 2026

A huge weight off my shoulders thanks to the amazing work of Ellen C. Kearns

Ellen C. Kearns has been doing this since Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2006, and it definitely shows in their work. They're pros through and through and I wouldn't trust anyone else with my legal...

Kelli Ferry

Feb 03, 2026

Professional service and clear communication provided by Ellen C. Kearns in Boston

I appreciate how Ellen C. Kearns handled my case. No fluff, just straight to the point and very effective representation for my Employment Law - Management matter. They are obviously very experienced...

Lynn McKenzie

Feb 03, 2026

Professional service and clear communication provided by Ellen C. Kearns in Boston

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