A nationally recognized labor and employment law firm is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Employment Litigation Counsel to join its fully remote team. This is a unique opportunity for attorneys who enjoy managing substantive legal matters with less emphasis on in-person litigation and business development. You’ll handle a wide range of employment law cases while working collaboratively with partners and colleagues across the firm. This position is ideal for a proactive, self-driven attorney seeking flexibility, meaningful work, and a sustainable workload with reduced billable hour requirements.
Employment Litigation Counsel Responsibilities
Manage administrative charges, demand letters, and employment litigation for firm clients, including those with EPLI
Focus on the tactical aspects of cases with limited in-person hearings, depositions, or trials
Draft and respond to discovery and initial pleadings, prepare persuasive motions, and handle depositions
Collaborate with multiple partners and teams on diverse and complex employment law matters
Litigate restrictive covenant and trade secret matters, including motions for injunctive relief and expedited discovery
Provide strategic guidance to clients on day-to-day employment issues and compliance strategies
Employment Litigation Counsel Requirements
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials
Must have CA, AZ, or WA bar license
Active state bar admission
5–7 years of employment law and litigation experience
Strong experience handling restrictive covenant and trade secret litigation, including injunctive relief and expedited discovery
Comfortable managing cases independently and collaboratively in a remote environment
Exceptional writing, research, and analytical skills
Familiarity with computer forensics, e-discovery, and data privacy issues is a plus
Prior law firm experience is a plus
Experience handling cases involving EPLI is preferred
Bar admission in California is highly preferred
Benefits
Competitive base salary
Billable Hour Bonus
Formula Bonus and Year-End Discretionary Bonus
401(k) with profit-sharing contribution
Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, and FSA Plans
Unlimited PTO
Paid Parental Leave, Profit Sharing, Life Insurance, and Pet Insurance
Paid Holidays
If you’re a skilled attorney looking for a fully remote opportunity that offers work-life balance, meaningful casework, and a supportive team culture, we encourage you to apply!
