Atty. Suzanne W. King

Atty. Suzanne W. King

An experienced management-side employment lawyer, Suzanne King counsels employers on a wide range of employment practices, including: hiring, managing employee performance and discipline, terminations, reductions in force, complaints about sexual and other harassment, reasonable accommodations under the ADA, leave under the FMLA and various state laws, wage and hour practices, including employee classification issues and pay equity, and data privacy and security. Suzanne also has extensive experience drafting a variety of employment agreements (including executive employment, non-disclosure, n

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About Suzanne W. King at a glance

Suzanne W. King is a employment attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Pierce Atwood LLP. Educated at University of Connecticut (J.D., 1990) and Hamilton College (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Education Law (2026). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • An experienced management-side employment lawyer, Suzanne King counsels employers on a wide range of employment practices, including: hiring, managing employee performance and discipline, terminations, reductions in force, complaints about sexual and other harassment, reasonable accommodations under the ADA, leave under the FMLA and various state laws, wage and hour practices, including employee classification issues and pay equity, and data privacy and security
  • Suzanne also has extensive experience drafting a variety of employment agreements (including executive employment, non-disclosure, non-competition, and severance agreements) as well as employee handbooks, individual policies, and offer letters
  • Suzanne regularly trains HR professionals and managers on a full range of employment law issues, including sexual harassment and FMLA and ADA procedures
  • Twice a year, Suzanne offers Managing Employees 101, a half-day program for supervisors and managers that includes the ten things every manager and supervisor should know about employment law as well as practical tools for managing employee performance
  • Suzanne has conducted numerous workplace investigations in response to employee complaints of harassment, discrimination, and/or retaliation as well as workplace injuries and/or safety violations
  • Suzanne also regularly works with clients to minimize litigation risk by responding effectively to demand letters, cease and desist letters, federal and state DOL investigations, and charges of discrimination at state agencies and the EEOC
  • Many disputes can be resolved without litigation through strong advocacy and skillful negotiation, and Suzanne has successfully negotiated hundreds of resolutions on behalf of employers
  • With 15 years of in-house experience, Suzanne understands the importance of practical solutions
  • Clients rely on Suzanne for her ability to apply the law to real-world situations
  • Suzanne’s clients include large non-profits, independent schools, colleges and universities, financial services companies, credit unions, life sciences and technology companies, manufacturers, start-ups, and medical practices

Practice Areas Explained

Suzanne W. King's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Suzanne W. King handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Suzanne W. King

Where is Suzanne W. King's law office located?
Suzanne W. King's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Pierce Atwood LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Suzanne W. King handle?
Suzanne W. King focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
Where did Suzanne W. King go to law school?
Suzanne W. King earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Suzanne W. King for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Suzanne W. King received?
Suzanne W. King's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Education Law.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Connecticut
- 1990
B.A.
Hamilton College
- 1985

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Education Law
- 2026

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