Labor and Employment Sr Counsel Attorney
Hiring a Labor & Employment Counsel/Special Counsel
Location: Remote (Requires California Bar)
Choose your own billable target - (1500 - 1850)
Join my Client's Premier Labor & Employment Law Team - Counsel/Special Counsel Opportunity (Remote)
Are you a seasoned employment attorney ready to take your career to the next level-without sacrificing flexibility or quality of work? We're looking for a driven legal professional with 5-10+ years of (either Litigation or Labor & Employment Litigation) experience to join my client's innovative, fully remote team as Counsel/ Special Counsel.
In this exciting role, you'll lead and manage a diverse caseload of administrative charges, demand letters, and employment litigation, including but not limited to work for clients with Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI). You'll shape legal strategies, mentor junior attorneys, and represent clients in hearings, depositions, and trials-while enjoying the support of a collaborative team of attorneys, paralegals, and shared administrative resources.
Why this role stands out:
- Remote-first flexibility with occasional local travel
- Choose your own billable target: anywhere from 1,500 to 1,850 hours-you decide your pace
- No business development pressure-focus purely on delivering exceptional legal work
- Engaging litigation work including single-plaintiff cases, class actions, and PAGA matters
- Inclusive, empowering culture that values your expertise and supports your growth
What we're looking for:
- JD from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active bar membership in good standing (CA bar)
- Strong background in employment law and litigation
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary range: $165,000 - $250,000
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with profit-sharing, generous PTO, parental leave, and optional perks like pet insurance and student loan refinancing
If you're ready to thrive in a forward-thinking legal environment that values flexibility, excellence, and collaboration-we want to hear from you.
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