Special Counsel

Job Overview:
A law firm is seeking an experienced Special Counsel for a remote, nationwide role focused on labor and employment law. The position involves handling administrative charges, attorney demand letters, and employment litigation for a diverse range of clients, including those with Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI). This role includes managing litigation matters directly, supervising other attorneys, and providing strategic guidance. It offers flexibility with remote work and provides a full-cycle litigation experience without business development pressure. The firm promotes an empowering and inclusive environment that allows legal professionals to thrive.

Location:

• Portland, OR

Duties:

• Handle administrative charges, attorney demand letters, and employment litigation.
• Develop and implement litigation strategies.
• Supervise and guide other attorneys, reviewing and drafting legal work product.
• Conduct depositions and represent clients at hearings, conferences, and trials.
• Work primarily on administrative charges, demand letters, and single-plaintiff litigation, with potential involvement in class actions and PAGA cases.
• Collaborate with partners and a team of attorneys in a virtual office environment.
• Provide support to a team of paralegals and a shared secretarial pool.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in employment law and litigation.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently in a remote setting.
• Experience handling employment law matters, including administrative charges and demand letters.
• Proven ability to manage a full litigation cycle.
• Experience with EPLI-related matters is preferred.
• Active membership in good standing with the state bar.
• Strong experience in managing and supervising teams of attorneys.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active state bar membership in good standing.
• Preferred bar admission in California.

Skills:

• Strong expertise in employment law and litigation.
• Excellent communication and drafting skills.
• Proficiency in managing complex cases and legal strategy.
• Ability to work efficiently in a virtual office environment.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management skills.

Benefits:

• No business development pressure, allowing a focus on legal work.
• Full-cycle litigation practice with increased flexibility.
• Empowering and inclusive work culture.
• Collaborative team environment with support from paralegals and secretarial resources.

Nationally-known as one of the largest labor and employment law,firms, this firm has offices throughout the United States and partners with a network of lawyers on six continents to provide the highest quality service around the globe. Using technology, templates, and other systems allows the firm to be more efficient. Believing in diversity, the firm attracts professionals from various backgrounds and provides mentoring, training, and additional support and resources. Many of the lawyers are members of and serve in local and national organizations that help promote diversity and inclusion in the legal profession. The firm has an entrepreneurial culture and collegial atmosphere where employees can work as an individual or as a team. The firm is consistently growing and has many opportunities for professional and personal growth. The firm is an equal employment employer and has a great benefits package.