L&E Special Counsel

Our client, a nationally recognized Am Law 100 labor and employment firm, is looking to add an experienced Labor & Employment Counsel to its remote practice. With a longstanding focus on workplace law and a sophisticated employer-side client base, the firm offers attorneys the opportunity to handle substantive employment matters in a flexible and sustainable environment. This position is ideal for an L&E attorney who enjoys counseling and administrative agency work but is looking to step away from the traditional law firm pressures of litigation, rainmaking, and excessive billable requirements. Why This Opportunity Our client, a nationally recognized Am Law 100 labor and employment firm, is looking to add an experienced Labor & Employment Counsel to its remote practice. With a longstanding focus on workplace law and a sophisticated employer-side client base, the firm offers attorneys the opportunity to handle substantive employment matters in a flexible and sustainable environment. This position is ideal for an L&E attorney who enjoys counseling and administrative agency work but is looking to step away from the traditional law firm pressures of litigation, rainmaking, and excessive billable requirements. Why This Opportunity 100% remote arrangement anywhere within the U.S. Lower annual billable expectations than most large firms No court appearances or litigation responsibilities No requirement to develop business or maintain a book Exposure to complex employment matters for national employers Strong emphasis on work-life balance Long-term, stable counsel-level position with a respected national platform What You'll Be Doing Working as part of a nationwide labor and employment team, you will guide employers through administrative proceedings and employment-related disputes from intake through resolution. Responsibilities include: Managing agency charges and attorney demand matters independently Conducting investigations and preparing strategic responses Drafting persuasive position statements and related submissions Responding to requests from administrative agencies Serving as a primary point of contact for clients throughout the lifecycle of a matter Participating in virtual mediations and settlement negotiations Leveraging the firm's proprietary systems and technology to deliver efficient client service Collaborating with experienced L&E attorneys across multiple jurisdictions This role is focused on counseling and administrative matters and does not include litigation or business development obligations. Required Qualifications J.D. from an accredited law school Active bar license in state of residence At least six years of labor and employment law experience Experience handling administrative agency matters and employment-related disputes Excellent legal writing, communication, and analytical skills Ability to work independently in a remote setting Ideal Background This role would be a strong fit for an attorney who: Has significant labor & employment experience on the employer side Is comfortable managing matters with minimal supervision Enjoys drafting, analysis, and strategic problem-solving Has experience responding to agency investigations or charges Values flexibility and meaningful work over traditional law firm demands Is seeking a long-term platform that offers both stability and quality of life #J-18808-Ljbffr Larson Maddox