Remote EDTS Counsel — Trade Secrets Litigation

Illinois Defense Counsel; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

401(k) with profit-sharing

Job summary

Fisher Phillips is seeking an experienced attorney to join the Employee Defection and Trade Secrets (EDTS) practice in a Virtual Office as Counsel or Special Counsel. This mostly remote role focuses on trade secret litigation, restrictive covenants, and employee mobility, coordinating with local partners while handling matters from inception through resolution.

The ideal candidate has substantial experience in EDTS matters, strong writing and research skills, and the ability to work effectively

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school and active bar in good standing.
• Experience litigating trade secret and restrictive covenant matters in federal/state court.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote environment.
• Experience with TROs, preliminary injunctions, and expedited discovery as part of the injunction process.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement case strategy.
• Draft complaints, pleadings, motions, and other substantive legal documents.
• Handle discovery, including expedited discovery in connection with injunction proceedings.
• Prepare for and conduct depositions.
• Handle appearances at hearings and other court proceedings.
• Conduct legal research and manage day-to-day case matters.
• Collaborate with EDTS partners and attorneys throughout the firm.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Case management

Remote work

Analytical skills

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Tools

Electronic discovery

Computer forensics

Job description

Fisher Phillips is seeking an experienced attorney to join the Employee Defection and Trade Secrets (EDTS) practice in a Virtual Office as Counsel or Special Counsel. This mostly remote role focuses on trade secret litigation, restrictive covenants, and employee mobility, coordinating with local partners while handling matters from inception through resolution.

The ideal candidate has substantial experience in EDTS matters, strong writing and research skills, and the ability to work effectively