
Brian E. Whiteley, Employment Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Litigation
PartneratBarclay Damon, LLP
Boston, MA
Practicing employment in Boston since 1989.
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- Years practicing
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Brian E. Whiteley is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Brian has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barclay Damon, LLP.
- Based in
- Boston, MA
- Experience
- over 37 years
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- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Boston, MA.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Brian E. Whiteley: Brian E. Whiteley is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Brian has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barclay Damon, LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Brian takes on
Brian concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Brian takes employment matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Brian takes litigation matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Brian E. Whiteley — employment lawyer in Boston
Brian E. Whiteley is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Brian has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barclay Damon, LLP.
Brian E. Whiteley is a lawyer practicing litigation, labor and employment. Brian received a B.S. degree from Trinity College in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years. Brian practices at Barclay Damon, LLP in Boston, MA.
Brian's approach to employment cases
Brian E. Whiteley is a lawyer practicing litigation, labor and employment. Brian received a B.S. degree from Trinity College in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years. Brian practices at Barclay Damon, LLP in Boston, MA.
Clients Brian works with
Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
St. John's University School of Law
J.D. · 1989
Trinity College
B.S. · 1983
Jurisdictions
Brian's state bar admissions
New York
2011 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
1989 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1989 · ACTIVE
Brian studied at J.D. in St. John's University School of Law and B.S. in Trinity College.
Law school and academic background
Brian completed J.D. in St. John's University School of Law and B.S. in Trinity College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brian runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Brian's professional memberships and bar associations
Boston, Massachusetts and American Bar Associations
membership
Locations
Brian E. Whiteley's office in Boston
Brian's primary office is at 160 Federal Street, 10th Floor, Boston, MA, 02110. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Brian E. Whiteley — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Brian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Brian
Brian discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Brian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brian's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Brian E. Whiteley
How much does it cost to hire Brian for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brian offer a free consultation?
Brian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Brian's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Brian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brian take my case if I'm outside Boston?
Brian is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Brian will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Brian?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Brian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brian accepting new employment clients right now?
Brian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts
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