Senior Employment Litigation Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Are you ready to take your legal career to the next level while guiding and mentoring the next wave of legal professionals?

At The Employment Law Solution, we’re looking for a Senior Employment Litigation Counsel who thrives in a dynamic environment and possesses a proven track record in representing clients. You'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of our team and firm, leveraging your expertise in handling diverse caseloads and mastering the intricacies of the trial process—drafting pleadings, motions, and notices are just the beginning.

Join us, and you'll find a supportive work culture where commitment to excellence and personal growth are paramount. You’ll have the opportunity to work collaboratively with a talented team, sharing your insights and experiences to foster a culture of learning and success. With a competitive salary package and unique benefits, this is a chance to make a meaningful impact. If you're driven, passionate, and ready to empower others, we encourage you to apply today by submitting your resume and a brief statement of interest. Let’s build a future of excellence together at ELS.

We offer a competitive starting salary of $165,000, an annual billable-hour target of 1,500 hours, and a flexible hybrid work arrangement with two work-from-home days per week.

Compensation:

Starting at $165,000 Base Salary + $5,000 Bonus Upon Successful Completion of 90 Days of Employment

Responsibilities:

• Independently manage management-side employment litigation in state and federal courts from inception through resolution;
• Develop litigation strategy and provide practical, business-minded advice to clients;
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients on assigned matters;
• Draft and review pleadings, briefs, dispositive motions, and other substantive filings;
• Develop and manage written discovery and electronically stored information;
• Take and defend depositions;
• Prepare for and handle hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations;
• Prepare matters for trial and participate meaningfully in trials;
• Handle administrative agency matters, including EEOC and similar charges, as appropriate;
• Effectively delegate to and supervise experienced paralegals and other team members; and
• Collaborate with ELS attorneys on litigation strategy and broader client needs.

Qualifications:

• Able to work independently while handling multiple files
• Member of state and local bar associations in good standing
• Exceptional time management and interpersonal skills are desired, as are exceptional writing and verbal communication skills
• Previous experience advocating for clients in trials, mediation, and arbitration
• Four-year bachelor’s degree and successful completion of law school from an accredited law school

We are looking for an experienced litigator who can receive a new matter and take responsibility for moving it forward without requiring day-to-day partner supervision.

Our ideal candidate has significant employment litigation experience and approximately 8 or more years of practice. We care more, however, about demonstrated capability than a particular number of years.

You should have:

• Active membership in good standing with the Georgia Bar;
• Significant litigation experience, with employment litigation experience strongly preferred;
• Demonstrated experience independently managing litigation matters from inception through resolution;
• Experience taking and defending depositions;
• Experience handling substantive motions, hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations;
• Excellent legal research, analysis, and persuasive writing skills;
• Sound judgment and the ability to develop strategy rather than simply execute assignments;
• Strong client-service skills and the confidence to serve as a direct client contact;
• Strong organizational and case-management skills; and
• A collaborative, accountable approach to practicing law.

Management-side employment experience is strongly preferred. We will also consider an accomplished employment litigator whose experience and judgment demonstrate the ability to transition successfully into a management-side practice.

About Company

ELS is a boutique employment law firm representing public and private employers in employment litigation, workplace investigations, administrative agency matters, and employment counseling.

We believe excellent legal work requires lawyers who are trusted to exercise judgment, take ownership, understand their clients' businesses, and work collaboratively with their teams.

ELS is accepting applications directly from candidates only. We are not accepting submissions, inquiries, or candidate referrals from recruiters, staffing agencies, or search firms for this position. Unsolicited candidate materials will not create an agency relationship or fee obligation.

ELS is an equal opportunity employer.