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Kimberly B. Wethly, Employment Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

focused on Employment and Tax

Boston, MA

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Kimberly B. Wethly is an attorney based in Boston, MASSACHUSETTS. The practice focuses on Employment and Tax.

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Boston, MASSACHUSETTS
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attorney
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Employment · Tax
  • Handles Employment and Tax matters from Boston, MASSACHUSETTS.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Boston) (2026).

About Kimberly B. Wethly: Kimberly B. Wethly is an attorney based in Boston, MASSACHUSETTS. The practice focuses on Employment and Tax.

Areas of practice

Kimberly's practice areas in Boston

Kimberly concentrates on employment and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kimberly handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Boston, Massachusetts

Kimberly 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 Kimberly agrees to represent you.

Tax cases in Boston, Massachusetts

Kimberly takes tax 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 Kimberly agrees to represent you.

Biography

Kimberly B. Wethly, employment attorney serving Boston

Kimberly B. Wethly is an attorney based in Boston, MASSACHUSETTS. The practice focuses on Employment and Tax. Kimberly works from Boston, Massachusetts and takes on employment matters across the region.

Kimberly Wethly advises clients on the full range of executive compensation and employment‑related matters, with a particular focus on the design, implementation and administration of equity awards and other equity‑based compensation programs, including complex structures for both private and public companies. Clients note that she “is among the best executive compensation lawyers in the United States, demonstrating both deep expertise and pragmatism.”

How Kimberly handles employment matters

Kimberly Wethly advises clients on the full range of executive compensation and employment‑related matters, with a particular focus on the design, implementation and administration of equity awards and other equity‑based compensation programs, including complex structures for both private and public companies. Clients note that she “is among the best executive compensation lawyers in the United…

The kind of cases Kimberly takes

Kimberly reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and tax matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Kimberly studied and practices

  • Boston College Law School

    J.D. · 1997

  • Boston College

    BA · 1993

Jurisdictions

Kimberly's state bar admissions

  • Massachusetts, Massa

    ACTIVE

Kimberly studied at J.D. in Boston College Law School and BA in Boston College.

Law school and academic background

Kimberly completed J.D. in Boston College Law School and BA in Boston College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kimberly runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Kimberly's legal honors and published work

Kimberly has received 6 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Boston)

    2026

  • Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Boston)

    2023

  • Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Named a "Massachusetts Super Lawyers' Rising Star" in the 2005-2007 and 2011-2012 issues of Boston Magazine

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Boston) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Boston) (2023). Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Named a "Massachusetts Super Lawyers' Rising Star" in the 2005-2007 and 2011-2012 issues of Boston Magazine (2026).

Locations

Kimberly B. Wethly's office in Boston

Kimberly's primary office is at 60 State Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 02109. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

60 State Street

Boston, Massachusetts 02109

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Hiring guide

How to hire Kimberly B. Wethly — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kimberly usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Kimberly charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kimberly'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; Kimberly 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 Kimberly

Kimberly 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. Kimberly confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Kimberly'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 Kimberly B. Wethly

  • How much does it cost to hire Kimberly for a employment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kimberly walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Kimberly offer a free consultation?

    Kimberly charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kimberly's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Kimberly'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. Kimberly gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Kimberly take my case if I'm outside Boston?

    Kimberly 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 — Kimberly 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 Kimberly?

    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. Kimberly will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Kimberly accepting new employment clients right now?

    Kimberly'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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