Senior Labor & Employment Counsel
Senior Labor & Employment Counsel
Locations: Fully Remote - Open to candidates residing in:
California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Nevada, New York, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, Washington
Employment Type: Full-Time
Practice Area: Employment Litigation
About the Opportunity
My client is seeking a senior employment litigation attorney with 8+ years of employment litigation experience to join their nationally recognized practice. This fully remote role is ideal for a senior litigator who brings strong judgment, excellent writing skills, and the ability to manage a full caseload with independence and confidence.
This opportunity offers hands-on responsibility, direct client interaction, and the chance to partner with sophisticated corporate clients and insurers on a wide range of employment disputes.
About My Client
My client is a premier law firm focused exclusively on employment and labor matters, known for its deep expertise, innovative solutions, and collaborative culture. They support a diverse portfolio of clients across industries and are committed to delivering strategic, business-aligned outcomes.
For senior attorneys seeking flexibility, autonomy, and a high-performance platform, this is an exceptional career opportunity.
Role & Responsibilities
The Senior Labor & Employment Counsel will take the lead on employment litigation matters, including claims involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour issues, and related employment disputes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing a full caseload of employment litigation matters from intake through resolution
- Serving as primary liaison for clients, insurers, and insureds
- Conducting early case assessments and providing liability and exposure evaluations
- Handling all stages of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, mediations, and settlement strategy
- Delivering high-quality written work, including reports, analyses, and litigation updates
- Operating independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with internal teams
- Strengthening client and carrier relationships through responsiveness and strategic insight
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Admission to practice in the state of residence
- 8+ years of employment litigation experience
- Strong written and oral advocacy skills
- Excellent case management and organizational abilities
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple matters simultaneously
- A track record of sound judgment, professionalism, and client-service excellence
Who Should Apply
This role is ideal for senior attorneys who:
- Thrive in a fully remote environment and value autonomy
- Have a strong employment litigation background and can independently manage complex matters
- Enjoy serving as a trusted advisor to clients and insurers
- Deliver polished, timely, and strategically thoughtful written work product
- Are looking for a role that offers flexibility without sacrificing high-quality legal work
- Want to join a team that values collaboration, professional maturity, and practical problem-solving
Why This Role Stands Out
- Fully remote position with flexibility and autonomy
- Opportunity to collaborate with a highly respected employment litigation team
- Exposure to sophisticated matters and high-value clients
- Competitive compensation with performance-based bonus eligibility
- Robust resources, support infrastructure, and knowledge tools
- A culture that emphasizes excellence, collaboration, and continuous growth
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