Counsel Employee Defection & Trade Secrets Litigation

Counsel Employee Defection & Trade Secrets Litigation Remote

Location: Virtual Office Primarily Remote
Compensation: $185,000 $200,000 Annually
Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent
Practice Area: Employee Defection, Trade Secrets & Restrictive Covenant Litigation
Position Level: Counsel

Sophisticated Litigation. Remote Flexibility. No Business Development Pressure.

Are you an experienced litigation attorney with a background in trade secrets, restrictive covenants, non-compete agreements, or employee mobility disputes?

Argo is partnering with a nationally recognized labor and employment law firm seeking an accomplished Counsel Employee Defection & Trade Secrets (EDTS) to join its established litigation practice.

This opportunity offers sophisticated, high-level legal work, the flexibility of a primarily remote environment, and the ability to focus on practicing law without the pressure of developing a book of business.

If you enjoy complex litigation, strategic problem-solving, and protecting businesses from unfair competition, this could be an excellent next step in your legal career.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Competitive Base Salary: $185,000 $200,000

Primarily Remote / Virtual Office

No Business Development Requirements

Sophisticated litigation involving trade secrets and restrictive covenants

Opportunity to manage substantive litigation matters

Collaboration with experienced partners and attorneys

Support from paralegals and shared administrative resources

Comprehensive employee benefits

Opportunity to work with a nationally established employment litigation practice

About the Role

As Counsel, you'll represent employers in complex disputes involving employee departures, confidential information, restrictive covenants, and unfair competition.

You'll work closely with experienced litigation partners while taking an active role in developing strategies, managing cases, and protecting clients' valuable business interests.

This position offers significant hands-on litigation responsibilities, including matters requiring immediate legal action and emergency injunctive relief.

Key Responsibilities

Handle sophisticated employee defection and trade secret litigation matters.

Represent employers in disputes involving non-compete, non-solicitation, and confidentiality agreements.

Litigate claims involving trade secret misappropriation, employee raiding, and unfair competition.

Prepare and respond to cease-and-desist letters and pre-litigation demands.

Handle temporary restraining orders, preliminary injunctions, and expedited discovery proceedings.

Manage discovery, depositions, substantive motions, and other litigation activities.

Develop effective litigation strategies in collaboration with partners and clients.

Counsel employers regarding employee mobility, restrictive covenant enforcement, and protection of confidential business information.

Coordinate with forensic professionals and e-discovery teams when appropriate.

Manage matters from initial evaluation through resolution.

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Significant experience handling complex commercial or employment litigation.

Experience with trade secrets, restrictive covenants, employee defection, or related litigation matters.

Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.

Experience with discovery, depositions, and substantive motion practice.

Ability to independently manage significant litigation responsibilities.

Excellent communication and client relationship skills.

Ability to collaborate effectively in a primarily remote environment.

Highly Desirable Experience

Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA) litigation

Non-compete and non-solicitation disputes

Trade secret misappropriation

Temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions

Expedited discovery and emergency litigation

Employee mobility and unfair competition matters

Computer forensics, electronically stored information (ESI), and e-discovery

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: $185,000 $200,000 annually

The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement benefits and profit-sharing opportunities

Paid parental leave

Life insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Additional voluntary benefits

Actual compensation will depend on qualifications, experience, and the applicable compensation structure.

Who Would Thrive in This Role?

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney who:

Enjoys sophisticated litigation and complex legal challenges.

Has a strong interest in trade secrets and restrictive covenant enforcement.

Is comfortable managing matters with substantial independence.

Thrives in a collaborative, partner-supported environment.

Values remote flexibility while remaining available for occasional court appearances or client meetings.

Wants to focus on substantive legal work rather than business development.

Take the Next Step in Your Legal Career

If you're an experienced attorney seeking a primarily remote Counsel opportunity with competitive compensation and sophisticated trade secrets litigation, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

Apply today to learn more about this exciting opportunity.

Argo is conducting this search confidentially on behalf of a nationally recognized labor and employment law firm