Employment Litigation AttorneyWelcome to The Freelance Firm! We are a national network of experienced, high-level, freelance attorneys and paralegals who provide remote, on-demand support for both short-term and long-term legal projects for our client law firms. Due to increased demand, we are now interviewing for a qualified, experienced, and dedicated Employment Litigation Attorney.
Remote work hours will vary, but are expected to be approximately 10+ hours per week. While the majority of the work can be performed remotely, occasional in-person depositions, mediations, and client meetings may be required.Attorney Responsibilities:Handle employment litigation matters from inception through resolutionDraft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation documentsConduct legal research and develop case strategyNegotiate settlements with opposing counselPrepare cases for depositions, mediations, hearings, and trialAttend depositions, mediations, and client meetings as needed (some may be conducted remotely)Manage case files, deadlines, and client communicationsCollaborate with clients and legal teams to achieve favorable outcomesAttorney Requirements:Licensed and in good standing to practice law in the relevant U.S. jurisdictionMinimum of 5+ years of employment litigation experienceExperience handling employment disputes through litigation and settlementStrong legal research, drafting, negotiation, and analytical skillsComfortable attending occasional in-person depositions and mediationsOrganized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple matters efficientlySelf-starter who can work independently in a remote environmentOur Attorney pay rate starts at $80/hour.
We welcome you to join our established network of legal professionals! Please respond with your resume and we will contact you in the next two days for a 30-minute online meeting to answer all of your questions about this opportunity and The Freelance Firm. Resume submissions will be kept in strict confidence.