Special Counsel – Employment Litigation (Remote + Flexible) | No BD | Partn

Alan N. Daum And Associates; Canada; Hybrid; USD 185,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier national employment law team is seeking a remote Special Counsel to manage complex employment litigation matters. This role offers seasoned litigators the chance to work in a flexible, remote-first environment without the pressure of business development, while providing a competitive salary and extensive benefits.

Benefits

Unlimited PTO

401(k) with profit-sharing

Paid parental leave

Student loan support

Critical illness insurance

Pet insurance

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in employment litigation.
• Active bar admission in CA, MN, NV, WA, or CO.
• Ability to independently manage all aspects of litigation.

Responsibilities

• Handle employment litigation, including administrative charges and demand letters.
• Manage single-plaintiff litigation in state and federal courts.
• Take ownership of case strategy and supervise junior attorneys.

Skills

Strong writing

Litigation skills

Organizational skills

Education

JD from an ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Special Counsel – Employment Litigation (Remote | CA, MN, NV, WA, or CO Bar Required)

Location : Fully Remote – Must be barred in California, Minnesota, Nevada, Washington, or Colorado

Job Type : Full-Time | Special Counsel | Senior-Level | No Business Development

A top-tier national employment law team is hiring a remote Special Counsel to support its expanding virtual office. This is an ideal opportunity for seasoned litigators who want to lead complex matters in a flexible, remote-first setting— with no business development pressure and a sustainable billable target.

About the Role :

As Special Counsel , you will :

Handle employment litigation , including administrative charges, demand letters, and EPLI-related cases

Manage single-plaintiff litigation in state and federal courts

Take ownership of case strategy, drafting, and supervision of junior attorneys

Occasionally attend hearings or conferences (limited, mostly local travel)

Work with an experienced team of partners, counsel, and paralegals across a fully virtual structure

What You’ll Need :

JD from an ABA-accredited law school

7+ years of experience in employment litigation (law firm background preferred)

Active bar admission in California, Minnesota, Nevada, Washington, or Colorado

Ability to independently manage all aspects of litigation

Experience with EPLI matters is a plus

Strong writing, litigation, and organizational skills in a remote setting

Compensation & Benefits :

Base Salary : $185,000 – $200,000

Billable Target : ~1,750–1,850 hours annually

Bonus : Up to 10%

Unlimited PTO

Full range of benefits including :

401(k) with profit-sharing

Paid parental leave

Optional coverage : student loan support, critical illness, pet insurance, and more

Why You’ll Love It :

100% remote with minimal in-person obligations

No business development or client sourcing required

Emphasis on work-life balance and high-quality legal work

Collaborative team culture with strong infrastructure and national reach

If you’re a litigation-focused employment attorney admitted in CA, MN, NV, WA, or CO , this is your opportunity to grow in a partner-level role with flexibility, compensation, and autonomy.