Lead Attorney or Partner - Plaintiffs Employment Law

BCG Attorney Search; Chapel Hill (NC); Remote; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Bar membership fees coverage

Signing bonus

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Lead Attorney or Partner specializing in plaintiff's employment law to manage client matters with minimal oversight and represent them in state and federal proceedings. This remote role requires five+ years in employment law, strong negotiation skills, and independent, proactive case management, with travel as needed.

The candidate must hold a Juris Doctor and be licensed in North Carolina or eligible for prompt admission; proficiency with legal AI and Microsoft

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in employment law including litigation.
• Active license to practice law in North Carolina or eligibility for prompt admission.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Independent and proactive case management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in agency proceedings, arbitration, trials, and appeals.
• Collaborate with legal teams to resolve client matters.
• Consult with clients and keep them informed throughout representation.
• Review client documents and gather evidence.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies.
• Maintain organized client files and preserve evidence.
• Negotiate with opposing counsel and draft pleadings.
• Participate in oral arguments and conduct evidentiary proceedings.

Skills

Employment law experience

Litigation experience

Negotiation skills

Independent case management

Legal research

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal AI tools

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Lead Attorney or Partner specializing in plaintiff's employment law in the District of Columbia, United States. This role offers the opportunity to work remotely and manage client matters with minimal oversight, focusing on state and federal employment laws.

Duties

• Represent clients in agency proceedings, arbitration, trials, and appeals.
• Collaborate with legal teams to resolve client matters.
• Consult with clients and keep them informed throughout representation.
• Review client documents and gather evidence.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies.
• Maintain organized client files and preserve evidence.
• Negotiate with opposing counsel and draft pleadings.
• Participate in oral arguments and conduct evidentiary proceedings.

Requirements

• Minimum of five years' experience in employment law, including litigation.
• Proficiency in federal and state employment laws, civil procedure, and evidence rules.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Independent and proactive case management abilities.
• Technological proficiency, including legal AI and Microsoft Office.
• Commitment to the firm's vision and values.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in North Carolina or eligibility for prompt admission.

Skills

• Ability to communicate complex matters verbally and in writing.
• Capacity to follow directions and collaborate with coworkers.
• Willingness to engage in travel within and outside North Carolina.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• Life insurance and disability insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development assistance.
• Coverage for Bar membership fees, CLEs, and professional organizations.
• Signing bonus.