$ 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
117 Client Reviews
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Posted by Petra | October 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Exactly the legal help I needed
Jill knew exactly how to help with my legal matter. She provided clear and concise information, as well as empathy. We were able to accomplish what was needed efficiently, and get to an end resolution that I would not have gotten to on my own.
Posted by Wendy | September 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Professional and personable lawyer
Jill was instrumental in making the outcome of my unemployment dispute positive. She was extremely professional as well as personable during the process and was able to explain to me the process that was going to happen as well as alleviate my concerns and fears about the case. She was knowledgeable ...
Posted by Yugo | June 22, 2024 | Employment & Labor
A calm professional with expert understanding of people and law
In just a single one hour consultation, Attorney Jill Havens listened with empathy, shared her broad and deep technical and practical expertise in employment law, and thoughtfully and clearly explained the best solutions for the questions I had. I came away with a clear path forward and a great feel...
Posted by Helen | May 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Powerful Employee Advocate
I was referred to Jill from a trusted friend and I am so glad I did. I was in shock and very upset when I first reached out to her and she took the time to listen to me as I described the situation and expressed my concerns. She was compassionate and answered all my questions but most importantly,...
Posted by Cynthia | April 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Brilliant , Professional, knowledgable Attorney
Attorney Jill Havens is Everything an Excellent attorney should and needs to be. Attorney Havens advised me on my case, defended me with grace and the utmost professionalism. She has a calming demeanor and took on three entitled doctors for me. Thank you Jill I hope everyone who needs legal help f...
"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
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