Howard M Brown

Howard M Brown

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 39 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Brookline, MA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

202 Washington Street, Suite 128, Brookline, MA

About Howard

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Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Employment and Labor 100%

I represent both employers and employees in a wide variety of employment-related matters.

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 1 year

State: New York

Acquired: 2024

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 39 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1986

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Boston Employment Law PC

202 Washington Street, Suite 128, Brookline, MA, 02445

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Howard M Brown's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

62 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | July 28, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Workplace Separation & Severance Package Negotiation

I reached out to Howard for an initial consultation regarding my work separation and severance package. I was impressed by his level of care and attention—he requested to review relevant documents in advance and encouraged me to ask the company for any additional materials that might be pertinent to ...my case. The turnaround time was excellent. During our initial discovery session, I never felt rushed; he was honest and transparent about the likelihood of success based on what I had in mind. While he did not believe the case was likely to succeed, he still provided valuable insights and flagged important considerations I should be mindful of.

Posted by anonymous | January 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Separation Engagement

Howard was a huge help while I was negotiating an agreement to separate from a long term company. He spent time to understand my concerns, dug deep into the details of the multitude of contracts and was instrumental in identifying the areas that needed attention. I felt he was always available, ver...y attentive and I was very pleased with the outcome.

Posted by anonymous | December 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional, fast, and got a great outcome

Howard understood the issue I was dealing with and understood the laws around it very well. He was professional throughout the entire process, offered great candid advice, and ultimately got me the outcome I was looking for. I would recommend his services 100%. He has a lot of experience in employmen...t law and it shows from the moment you start working with him. If you are an employer, he is the last person you would want to have representing your employee.

Posted by Elizabeth | November 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Attorney, Wonderful Human Being

Howard affords all the skills you would expect from a great attorney, but what makes him special: Howard cares about his clients and does the job with kindness and compassion. I was going through a difficult time both personally and professionally and getting legal support from someone I trusted was ...absolutely invaluable. Howard is not only a great attorney but a wonderful human being. If you are considering working with Howard, don't hesitate - I give my strong endorsement.

Posted by anonymous | October 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Lawyer

I am go grateful to have Mr Howard Brown supporting me working in the capacity of senior role. He is extremely knowledgeable, very efficient and an amazing person to work with. Howard provided a good level of support, took care of documentation, and eventually brought a successful closure to case wh...ich is uncommon. Happy to provide a referral if and whenever I get a chance

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Howard M Brown's Lawyer Endorsements

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Paul Morenberg

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Howard Brown is an exemplary employment lawyer and litigator. Howard was opposing counsel to me in a challenging employment discrimination matter. Howard is always thorough and well prepared. While I've been a lawyer for many years, I learned a few things watching Howard depose witnesses. While Howard is a tough advocate for his clients, he's also a personable and reasonable person. These qualities give him instant credibility with judges, mediators, and other attorneys. I highly endorse Howard in the areas of employment law counseling and litigation."

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Christopher Dahl

Employment and labor lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known and worked with Howard for over 20 years. He consistently demonstrates the ability to listen to, and understand, his clients concerns, and provide pragmatic, effective guidance to implement policies or procedures, or resolve issues. Highly recommend."

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Douglas Durkin

Banking lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer, who handled and prevailed in a difficult case involving issues of both federal and state law."

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Wayne Pinkstone

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Howard and I worked on an employment litigation matter for a national trucking transportation company. Howard served as local counsel and provided valuable knowledgeable of local employment laws, rules of procedure and court practices. I highly recommend Howard to handle employment and other litigation matters."

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Michael Attaya

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A creative, thoughtful, and thorough professional. Howard is extremely easy to work with, and provides excellent service efficiently. He has a knack for identifying dispositive issues early and keeping the focus on those issues."

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David Phalen

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Worked with Howard for many years. An outstanding lawyer with a great deal of experience and expertise in employment law. Always a zealous and skillful advocate for his clients."

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Stephen Lechter

Litigation lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.Howard is an excellent lawyer who is very diligent on behalf of his client but understands one must be reasonable and practical to settle a dispute."

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Grant Ramsey

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Howard is a fantastic lawyer that I would not hesitate to recommend to anyone. He takes a unique approach which focuses on his clients. He provides a sense of reasonableness over and above billable hours and large legal bills. I appreciate Howard's candor and his expertise in the law. I look forward to working with him again."

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Andrew Fischer

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Other

"When Howard represented me in a lat frin merger, he was thoughtful, creative, supportive, diligent and highly competent. I felt like he had my back. I strongly endorse Howard."

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Nancy Reiner

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Outstanding attorney, diligent, smart, emotionally intelligent, strategic."

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Jessica Block

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Howard for many years. Recently, I consulted him about a novel wage claim issue that emerged in one of my cases. Howard was very knowledgeable in the area and generous with his time. He provided smart, practical advice."

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E. Golden

Litigation lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"A couple of years ago, I found myself on the other side of a very complex case from Howard. I was impressed by his professionalism, kindness, careful preparation and ability to navigate a difficult family relationship."

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John Cavanaugh

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Herbert Weinberg

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Howard Brown is a truly extraordinary attorney with whom I have worked with for almost thirty years. I have worked with him both on tough cases and tough clients and have found him to very ably balance the need to aggressively litigate with reaching a practical settlement. When my family needed an employment attorney for a tough situation against a large wealthy corporation, Howard was the only attorney I suggested. It was a protracted matter and we all were pleased with his him and his ability to consider all factors and finally getting a reasonable settlement."

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John Dickison

Litigation lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He was honorable, intelligent, and allowed a disputed matter to be efficiently resolved."

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Jack Sarkisian

Litigation lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Brown was opposing counsel in complex litigation arising out of closely held corporate shareholder disputes and minority claims. I found him to be very knowledgeable, competent, hard working on behalf of his clients, professional and aggressive. I have the highest respect for him."

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Paul Morenberg

Employment and labor lawyer

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Christopher Dahl

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Edward Bartlett

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2004

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

1997 - 2016

Partner, Hackett Feinberg P.C.

1996 - 1997

Partner, Stroock & Stroock & Lavan LLP

Associations

1999 - 2005

Massachusetts Board of Bar Overseers

Board Member

Education

1986

Suffolk University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

Columbia University

MA - Masters

1976

Cornell University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Publications

1996

Commercial Lending Review The Effective Use of Arbitration Provisions in Loan Documents

1995

Boston Business Journal Court ruling eases employees' burden of proof

1994

Commercial Lending Review Jury trial waiver in loan documents

1989

National Law Journal Limiting Withdrawal Liability

Languages

English

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