Special Counsel – Employment Litigation

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 Responsibilities

A nationally recognized employment law firm is seeking a Special Counsel to join its growing virtual practice. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced employment litigators to lead complex matters in a fully remote environment—without the pressure of business development and with a reasonable billable target.

Position Overview:
As Special Counsel, you will:

• Handle a wide range of employment litigation matters, including administrative charges, demand letters, and cases involving Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI)
• Manage single-plaintiff litigation in both state and federal courts
• Take the lead on case strategy, legal drafting, and oversight of junior attorneys
• Occasionally attend hearings or conferences (limited and primarily local travel)
• Collaborate with a highly experienced team of partners, counsel, and legal support staff within a well-established remote infrastructure

Compensation & Benefits:
Base Salary: $185,000 – $200,000

Bonus Opportunity: Up to 10% annually

Billable Hour Target: Approximately 1,750 to 1,850 hours per year

Time Off: Unlimited PTO

Benefits Package Includes:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with profit-sharing

Paid parental leave

Optional benefits such as student loan assistance, critical illness coverage, pet insurance, and more

Why This Role Stands Out:
100% remote work structure with minimal travel

No business development or client sourcing responsibilities
work-life balance supported by reasonable billable expectations

Collaborative and supportive team culture with national reach and strong administrative support

If you are a skilled employment litigator licensed in CA, MN, NV, WA, or CO and seeking a long-term position with flexibility, competitive compensation, and meaningful work, this is an outstanding opportunity.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Minimum of 7 years of employment litigation experience, preferably in a law firm environment
• Active bar license in one of the following states: California, Minnesota, Nevada, Washington, or Colorado
• Proven ability to manage cases independently from start to finish
• Experience with EPLI-related litigation is highly preferred
• Strong legal writing, litigation, and organizational skills
• Comfort and effectiveness working in a remote-first legal practice