Labor & Employment Remote Hourly Counsel Attorney

LABOR & EMPLOYMENT REMOTE HOURLY COUNSEL ATTORNEY

LABOR & EMPLOYMENT PRACTICE GROUP

FULLY REMOTE

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Our client, a nationally recognized law firm, is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join its elite Innovative Staffing Team (IST) . This unique, fully remote, hourly position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated labor and employment matters while maintaining exceptional flexibility.

The IST consists of highly experienced employment attorneys across the country, including former law firm partners, senior associates, and in-house counsel, who are drawn to challenging, high-level work without the demands of a traditional full-time partnership-track role. As a member of the firm's nationally recognized Labor & Employment Practice Group, you will collaborate with leading employment attorneys on complex litigation and counseling matters while enjoying an unparalleled degree of professional flexibility.

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CANDIDATE PROFILE:

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record

• Active Bar Admission in relevant jurisdiction , in good standing ( DC, GA, IL, MA, NC, NY, TX or WA )

• 5+ years of substantive employment litigation experience

• Management-side employment litigatio n experience strongly preferred

• Familiarity with and experience in federal and state court practice , as well as proceedings before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Department of Labor (DOL ), and other federal, state, and local administrative agencies

• Experience drafting responsive pleadings , managing all phases of discovery, and preparing substantive motions, including motions for summary judgment

• Ability to independently handle EEOC charges and administrative proceedings , including defending investigations, preparing position statements, representing clients in fact-finding conferences and on-site visits, participating in mediations and conciliations, and negotiating settlements

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a collegial environment w hile sharing ideas, resources, and best practices with experienced attorneys

• Interest in working on sophisticated matters without the obligations of a traditional full-time partnership-track position

• Strong time management skills, flexibility regarding workflow, and the ability to work effectively in a remote environment

• Willingness to commit to approximately 1,000 or more hours annually , depending upon client and matter needs

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Represent employers in a broad range of labor and employment litigation matter s in federal and state courts

• Manage all phases of litigation , including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, settlement negotiations, and administrative proceedings

• Handle EEOC charges and other agency matter s, including investigations, position statements, mediations, conciliations, and related proceedings

• Advise clients on employment-related disputes and develop strategic approaches to litigation and risk management

• Collaborate with attorneys across the Labor & Employment Practice Group to provide exceptional client service and efficient matter management

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WHY JOIN US?

This is a unique opportunity to join an innovative team of highly experienced employment attorneys handling sophisticated matters for a diverse client base. The Innovative Staffing Team offers the rare ability to focus on substantive legal work without business development expectations or traditional partnership-track obligations.

You will work alongside nationally respected labor and employment practitioners, gain exposure to complex and high-profile matters, and enjoy the flexibility of a fully remote arrangement designed to support professional excellence and work-life balance.

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COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• Competitive Salary : salary range for this role is $100 to $130/hour. , commensurate with experience, relevant education, qualifications, skills, geographical location and business or organizational needs.
• Bonus/salary : Eligible for annual merit increase and bonus pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package : Includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, extensive emotional health resource programs, social connectedness programs, 401(k) and retirement plans, generous PTO, parental leave, commuter benefits, professional development resour ces, and additional perks .

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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Interested candidates should submit a  cover letter, resume, and law school transcript for consideration.

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Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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