Special Counsel | Manhattan, NY, USA | Remote

Larson Maddox; New York (NY); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm is seeking a Special Counsel to join their team, focusing on employment litigation in a fully remote capacity. The role entails managing cases, developing strategies, and providing legal counsel, while enjoying competitive compensation and 100% remote work flexibility.

Benefits

100% remote work flexibility

Competitive compensation and benefits

Access to cutting-edge legal technology

Qualifications

• Active bar membership in good standing, preferably in NY, NJ, CO, CA, GA, MO, OH, OR, or TX.
• At least 8 years of experience in employment law and litigation.
• Proven ability to manage cases independently.

Responsibilities

• Managing administrative charges, attorney demand letters, and litigation.
• Developing case strategies and representing clients at hearings.
• Collaborating with legal staff in a supportive environment.

Skills

Legal Research

Litigation Management

Client Counseling

Education

Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Special Counsel

Larson Maddox Manhattan, United States Apply now Posted 3 days ago Remote Job Permanent Negotiable

Special Counsel

Larson Maddox Manhattan, United States Apply now

We are seeking an experienced attorney to focus on employment litigation, administrative charges, and attorney demand letters in a mostly remote capacity. This position offers the opportunity to handle a variety of cases, including those covered by Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI), while collaborating with a dedicated legal team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing administrative charges, attorney demand letters, and single-plaintiff litigation.
• Developing case strategies, drafting and reviewing legal documents, conducting depositions, and representing clients at hearings, conferences, and trials.
• Collaborating with other attorneys and legal staff, including paralegals, in a supportive and team-oriented environment.
• Provide strategic legal counsel to clients and EPLI carriers on litigation risks, case strategy, and resolution options.
• Ensure all case activity aligns with EPLI policy terms, reporting requirements, and litigation guidelines.
• Maintaining a focus on efficient, high-quality legal work without business development pressures or additional non-billable hour demands.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in good standing, preferably in NY, NJ, CO, CA, GA, MO, OH, OR, or TX.
• At least 8 years of experience in employment law and litigation.
• Proven ability to manage cases independently and thrive in a remote work setting.

What's Offered:

• 100% remote work flexibility.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunity to work with a nationally recognized legal team.
• Access to cutting-edge legal technology and support infrastructure.

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