$ 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
33%-40%
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Acquired: 2009
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11 Green Street, Boston, MA, 02130
116 Client Reviews
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Posted by Sarah | February 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney
HR Generalist
Jill is an amazing and compassionate person. Jill is an expert in her area of law and treated me as though I was her only client. Jill has a heart of gold but also very fierce and fair in the court room. I highly recommend her services!
Posted by Wayne | February 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Employee Benefits
Private Pension Review
I hired Jill for a review of my private pension and to answer questions regarding options. She was focused, concise and efficient answering all my questions and presenting me with clear options which was the goal of the exercise. I felt satisfied with both the result and the price.
Posted by Nicole | February 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best in the business!
Jill is amazing. I had contacted several attorneys before finding her online. Jill was the only one willing to listen to my story and provide services based on my needs and current situation. She is more than knowledgeable and professional. She did exactly what she promised she would do and even cont...
Posted by Nina | February 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Jill Havens secured disability benefits for CFS; extraordinary!
Jill Havens helped me win a long-term disability case for my chronic illness. This was amazing as I have ME/CFS (this illness is not always recognized) and my chances of winning a favorable decision were slim. I cannot thank Jill enough for her diligence, professionalism and caring.
Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Best decision I ever made!
I was in a hopeless situation at my small firm where there was no real HR department and every horrific scenario you can imagine we're taking place by management: sexual harassment, racial profiling, racial and gender discrimination, cronyism. You name it, it took place there. I was about to quit bef...
"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
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MA/Ph.D. course work
2025
2023
2020
2020
English
Legal Answers
What can I do if my employer in MA does not provide me with my meal break?
29 Jun 2018
My determination Came back indefinitely ineligible, Because I change my full time job to per diem? I did not put in My une
19 Jun 2018
Employee breaks vs stealing company time?
21 Jun 2018