Special Counsel - Nationwide (Remote / Virtual Office)
A leading national labor and employment law firm is seeking a Special Counsel with 7+ years of employment law experience to join its Virtual Office , offering a predominantly remote practice with the backing of one of the most respected L&E platforms in the country. This is an exceptional opportunity for seasoned practitioners who enjoy full‑cycle employment litigation but want the flexibility of a modern, virtual work environment-with no business development pressure .
The firm is known for its strong national reputation, supportive infrastructure, and commitment to delivering efficient, high‑quality legal work for both traditional clients and those with EPLI matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage administrative agency charges, attorney demand letters, and single‑plaintiff employment litigation for a broad roster of clients.
- Lead case strategy and supervise team members, ensuring high-quality work product.
- Conduct and defend depositions, draft and review pleadings and motions, and represent clients at hearings, conferences, and trials.
- Collaborate with partners and attorneys across the Virtual Office, with support from paralegals and shared administrative resources.
- Potential involvement in class actions, PAGA matters, and other labor & employment issues.
- Travel as needed (primarily local).
Key Qualifications
- J.D. from an ABA‑accredited law school.
- 7+ years of experience handling employment law matters and litigation.
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining high productivity and responsiveness.
- Competitive compensation : Annual salary range of $167,500-$205,000 , based on billable target selection, experience, and qualifications.
- Remote flexibility : Work primarily from home with full support from a national firm infrastructure.
- No business development requirements , allowing full focus on legal practice.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous PTO and paid parental leave
- 401(k) with carve‑out election and profit‑sharing
- Life and long‑term disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Optional benefits (critical care, accident, hospital indemnity insurance, student loan refinancing, dependent life, pet insurance)
If you're interested in this opportunity, don't hesitate to apply or reach out directly to .
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