$ 400-400 per hour
I represent only Workers - never Employers!
I have been fighting for workers’ rights for over 20 years. I have worked as a union organizer, and employee advocate and an attorney. I know how workers are treated in this country and I know that it is no simple task to secure basic rights. Employees have always had to fight for their rights for fair treatment.
I formerly worked as a staff attorney at the Massachusetts Unemployment appeals board (the Board of Review). I reviewed hundreds of cases and know many of the ins and outs and technicalities that make a difference between winning and losing an Unemployment Appeal.
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14 years | 85 cases
14 years | 300 cases
$ 400-400 per hour
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Acquired: 2009
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11 Green Street, Boston, MA, 02130
115 Client Reviews
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Posted by Jo | December 11, 2020 | Employment & Labor
Jill knows her stuff.
As a lawyer myself (with more than a passing familiarity with unemployment law) I knew I needed an expert's advice about a DUA issue. It was clear that Jill was the right choice for the task: her great depth in the subject matter was apparent, but beyond that she advises with a combination of compas...
Posted by anonymous | November 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Professional expertise, timely manner
Jill listens carefully and shares her expertise willingly; she is both professional and personable. She went above and beyond the call of duty to assist me within a very short turn-around period. Jill is a huge asset to have in your corner!
Posted by Andrew | October 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Industry Expert
Hiring Jill was the best decision I could have made. Scheduled consultation with office manager, Jill called back within the hour and took over. No run around she was start to finish. She takes the time to break everything down and make sure you feel comfortable. If you’re not sure weather you need a...
Posted by anonymous | September 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
The Best!
Jill Havens was recommended to me by another attorney because of her specialty in unemployment law. I was collecting unemployment for the first time due to the pandemic. When I was too scared to return to work as a 65 year old dental hygienist I lost my job and my unemployment benefits. Jill pati...
Posted by ATTY MICHAEL | April 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Attorney
I was referred to Atty. Havens by another employment law lawyer when I needed a lawyer specializing in unemployment benefits. I provided her with the denial papers and discussed the case for about an hour. She explained the appeal procedure and said she would speak with a former colleague of hers ...
"Jill is my go-to person for unemployment law when clients need referrals or need some help on unemployment law. Recently a client I referred used Jill's services, and the client was thrilled. And always I get accurate, useful information from her. Jill is the best!"
"I wholeheartedly endorse Attorney Havens! I am an attorney myself, and whenever I have employment law issues and questions - be it for wage and hour, overtime pay, discrimination, sexual harassment, unemployment, severance agreements and the like - Jill is my go to attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. We worked together at the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development Board of Review. She is smart, unflappable and a zealous advocate, someone you definitely want on your side."
"I endorse this lawyer. Time and again, Jill Havens has provided critical advice regarding the unemployment aspects of resolving a matter. She responds immediately and provides the info one needs to know before closing the deal. Top notch."
"I endorse this lawyer. We have called her for expert advice when our clients encounter employment issues. She has always given thoughtful and helpful advice. I trust that she would be as excellent to her own clients as she has been to ours."
"I endorse Attorney Havens. Recently I consulted with her regarding an employment law related issue. She was able to provide me with valuable information."
Immigration lawyer
2025
Best Lawyers - Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers
2024
SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Honoree as a COVID-19 Response Leader, The Arts and Business Council
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Super Lawyer - Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022 - Present
Partner, Workplace Justice Law Group LLC
2021 - 2021
Adjunct Professor, Northeastern University School Of Law
2012 - 2022
Principal Attorney, Law Office of Jill Havens
2011 - 2012
Review Examiner/Staff Attorney, Mass Department of Unemployment Board of Review
2009 - 2011
Business Agent, SEIU Local 1199
2012 - Present
Massachusetts Employment Lawyers AssociationExecutive Board Member
2024 - 2025
National Lawyers Guild
$888,036 jury verdict in favor Plaintiff, Debra Davidowicz
2009
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
BA - Bachelor of Arts
N/A
MA/Ph.D. course work
2025
2023
2020
2020
English
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21 Jun 2018