Jill Havens

Jill Havens

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 16 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Boston, MA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Employee Benefits

11 Green Street, Boston, MA

About Jill

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 60%

I practice Employee Justice Law. I do employment and labor law - on the plaintiff's side only. I handle Unemployment cases, Discrimination, MCAD complaints, Wage and Hour claims, Overtime and Minimum Wage issues, employee and union contract negotiations, and wrongful terminations.

14 years | 85 cases

60%
Employee Benefits 40%

I handle all aspects of Employee Unemployment Insurance matters and hearings

14 years | 300 cases

40%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 400-400 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 16 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2009

Active

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Location

Workplace Justice Law Group LLC

11 Green Street, Boston, MA, 02130

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Jill Havens's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

117 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 15 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

Posted by Emilia | October 30, 2022 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great Legal Cosultation Ending in Winning Hearing!

I had a legal consult with Jill regarding a Pandemic Unemployment Assistance repayment claim. I had a tight timeline and she was able to virtually meet with me shortly after I reached out. She took the time to thoroughly review the details of my case and gave me some great insights and advice that I ...used for my appeal and hearing. I won my hearing which was such a relief! I am very grateful for Jill and service she provided.

Posted by Janet | March 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

You won't find anyone better.

I have a legal background, but not in the area of unemployment law, so I did some research to find someone who did. Jill was hands down my first choice because she had first hand experience not only in the area of law I needed, but also directly working with the specific governmental body that deals... with unemployment benefits. Both she, and her assistant, Louise, run an efficient and professional practice. They call you back promptly and answer your questions fully. Jill thoroughly reviewed all my correspondence, and listened to my concerns. She suggested strategies that ultimately won my case. I was extremely happy, not only to have her guidance prior to my hearing, but also during my hearing. I could not be more pleased with Jill, nor the outcome of my case.

Posted by Diana | January 31, 2022 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent Listener and Creative Problem Solver

I was having a hard time finding a lawyer to even setup a consultation with me for an issue with the DUA; I was in a grey-area where I didn't need someone on retainer but I desperately needed advice. Everyone was too busy with other unemployment cases (there's been a spike lately) or were unintereste...d in talking until I had a hearing scheduled. Jill fit in a meeting quickly because she knew I was on the clock. She listened carefully and was "real" with me when she felt something would work or not work. She asked enough questions that she realized perhaps my case didn't need a lawyer at all but rather the help of my local state representative. Within a few days, I had my situation resolved (big thanks to my state rep, too). I am utterly grateful that Jill pointed me in this direction even if it meant not getting more work from me on an appeal case. I think her advice shows creative problem solving and a real concern about the client, not just gaining work. I hope it isn't necessary, but I'll definitely be returning to Jill if I ever have another issue with employment related issues.

Posted by diane | November 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Above and beyond

Jill was referred to me by a friend who is also a lawyer. Having never had to hire an attorney for anything other than a will I was at a loss and was so very thrilled to have found Jill Havens. Jill answered all my questions , went through all of my paper work with me, was sure I understood everythi...ng that I needed to. She explained the process evolved and prepared me for every Avenue I was to cross. Jill went above and beyond to ensure that I was ready for my hearing and because of that I was able to sleep nights. A favorable decision was reached. Hiring Jill was definitely the right decision and I would recommend her to any friend or family member in need of her services.

Posted by anonymous | April 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Accessible and Thorough

Jill was always accessible throughout my case and offered much knowledge. Very professional. She fully prepared me for my case and I subsequently won. Highly recommend!

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Jill Havens's Lawyer Endorsements

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Andrea Kramer

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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!"

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J.W. Londergan

Discrimination lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Rachel Benedict

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Matthew Poppel

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Stefanie Fisher

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Corine Claxton

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Havens. Recently I consulted with her regarding an employment law related issue. She was able to provide me with valuable information."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

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

Work Experience

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

Associations

2012 - Present

Massachusetts Employment Lawyers Association

Executive Board Member

2024 - 2025

National Lawyers Guild

Sample of Legal Cases

Debra Davidowicz v. 4M Fruit Distributors Inc.

$888,036 jury verdict in favor Plaintiff, Debra Davidowicz

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Education

2009

Northeastern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Randolph-Macon Woman's College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

University of Massachusetts, Amherst

MA/Ph.D. course work

Speaking Engagements

2025

2023

Understanding Unemployment Law and Benefits - workshop presentation Massachusetts Unemployment Law

2020

Advising Employers & Employees on Off-Duty Conduct & Privacy in the Workplace Employment Decisions Based on Employee Use of Social Media, In and Out of the Workplace

2020

"1st Look" at Handling COVID-19–Related Leaves, Layoffs & Unemployment Unemployment Benefits, Regular and Enhanced under the CARES Act

Languages

English

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