Special Counsel

Special Counsel – Employment Litigation

Our client, a prominent national law firm specializing in representing management in labor and employment matters, is seeking a Special Counsel. This role is ideal for experienced employment attorneys seeking flexibility while maintaining a robust litigation practice.

About the Role:

This primarily remote position centers on handling administrative charges, attorney demand letters, and employment litigation for a broad client base, including clients with Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI). In this role, you will lead case strategy, oversee attorneys and support staff, and manage matters from inception to resolution, including drafting, depositions, hearings, and trials. While travel is minimal, some local appearances may be required.

You will work with a collaborative team of partners and attorneys, supported by dedicated paralegals and a shared secretarial pool. The focus is on delivering high-quality legal work efficiently, without the burden of business development requirements or non‑billable hour pressure.

• Lead and manage single‑plaintiff litigation matters and administrative agency proceedings.
• Draft and review pleadings, legal memoranda, and client communications.
• Conduct depositions, represent clients at hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Supervise junior attorneys and support staff.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and firm leadership on legal strategy.
• Occasionally assist with class action, PAGA, or other complex employment matters.

• JD from an ABA‑accredited law school.
• Minimum 7+ years of employment law and litigation experience.
• Active bar membership in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

• Experience at a law firm.
• Familiarity with EPLI‑covered matters.
• Admission to the California, Washington, or Arizona bar.

The annual salary range for this position is $185,000 – $200,000, with actual base pay determined by factors such as the selected billable hours target, experience, skills, and qualifications.

Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous paid time off; paid parental leave; a 401(K) plan with carve‑out election and profit‑sharing; life insurance; long‑term disability coverage; an employee assistance program; and optional benefits such as critical care, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance, student loan refinancing, dependent life insurance, and pet insurance.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Legal
• Industries:
  Legal Services