Employment Special Counsel Attorney(EPLI Work) - Location Flexible (Remote)

H.T. Prof Executive Search; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group is seeking an experienced Employment Special Counsel to join its Labor & Employment practice, focusing exclusively on EPLI matters.

This fully remote, full-time role offers the opportunity to work with a sophisticated team handling high-stakes matters for clients across multiple jurisdictions. Qualified candidates will have a JD from a top-tier law school, ενεργικά admitted in their state, and 8+ years of employment litigation experience focusing on EPLI.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in state of residence, in good standing.
• 8+ years of substantive employment litigation with emphasis on EPLI.
• Experience handling employment-related claims (discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage/hour, wrongful termination).
• Ability to manage EPLI cases from inception through resolution.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong advocacy.
• Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment while collaborating with a national team.
• Professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment when handling sensitive matters.
• Proven expertise with AI-driven technologies in legal workflow.

Responsibilities

• Handle a full caseload of EPLI matters, including litigation, mediation, and pre-litigation counseling.
• Represent insureds and insurers in employment disputes across state and federal forums.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and settlement documentation with precision and insight.
• Advise clients on employment law risk management and litigation strategy.
• Collaborate with attorneys nationwide on complex employment matters.
• Maintain strict compliance with ethical obligations and confidentiality.

Skills

Client-facing

Remote work capability

Litigation experience

Drafting pleadings and briefs

Legal strategy

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Bar admission in home state

Tools

AI in legal practice

Job description

Employment Special Counsel Attorney(EPLI Work) - Location Flexible (Remote)

Location New York, NY
Full Remote

Type Direct Hire

Posted Sep 17, 2026

Employment Special Counsel (EPLI Work)

Labor & Employment Practice Group

Location: Flexible (Remote - Work from home) - see applicable states at end of this description

REMOTE

Our client, a nationally recognized law firm, is seeking an experienced Employment Special Counsel to join its sophisticated Labor & Employment practice, focusing exclusively on Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI) matters. This fully remote, full-time role offers the opportunity to work with a highly regarded employment litigation team handling complex, high-stakes matters for prominent clients across multiple jurisdictions.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in state of residence, in good standing
• 8+ years of substantive in employment litigation, with a strong emphasis on EPLI matters
• Significant experience handling employment-related claims, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour, and wrongful termination matters
• Proven ability to manage EPLI cases from inception through resolution
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with strong advocacy and client-facing capabilities
• Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment while collaborating effectively with a national team
• Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment when handling highly sensitive and confidential matters
• Proven expertise in and openness to utilizing AI-driven and emerging technologies, with the ability to apply them effectively to improve efficiency, client service, and the quality of legal work products.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle a full caseload of EPLI matters, including litigation, mediation, and pre-litigation counseling
• Represent insureds and insurers in employment-related disputes across state and federal forums
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and settlement documentation with a high level of precision and strategic insight
• Advise clients on employment law risk management and litigation strategy
• Collaborate with attorneys and firm professionals nationwide on complex employment matters
• Maintain strict compliance with ethical obligations and firm policies regarding confidentiality and sensitive information

Why Join Us?

This role offers a rare opportunity to join a nationally respected employment law team while enjoying the flexibility of a fully remote practice. You’ll work on sophisticated EPLI matters for outstanding clients, supported by a collaborative and forward-thinking legal environment. The position is ideal for a seasoned employment litigator seeking meaningful work, autonomy, and long-term professional stability without sacrificing access to high-caliber legal work.

• Competitive Salary Range: $150,000 – $240,000 annually, commensurate with experience, geographic location, and qualifications, plus eligibility for performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) and retirement plans; generous paid time off; parental leave; mental health and wellness programs; family-building benefits; flexible spending accounts; and additional professional and lifestyle benefits

The position can be resident in the following states:

California

• Missouri
• New York

Texas

Washington

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer .