Labor and Employment Attorney (Remote)

Overview

This role involves contract work as a Labor & Employment Attorney, supporting employer clients across a range of labor and employment matters. Responsibilities include counseling on federal, state, and local employment laws and handling related litigation and compliance issues.

Responsibilities

• Counsel employers on a full range of federal, state, and local employment laws
• Support wage and hour compliance
• Advise on employment agreements
• Handle litigation matters related to labor and employment issues
• Assist with collective bargaining disputes
• Manage unlawful discrimination claims

Requirements

• 4+ years as a labor and employment attorney with a large law firm or a corporate legal department
• Excellent academic credentials
• Licensed and in good standing in state of residence
• Outstanding references

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in the labor and employment practice group of an AmLaw 200 firm, a sophisticated labor and employment boutique firm, and/or a large corporate legal department

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: Annualized pay for this contract position ranges from $120,000 to $200,000 when calculated on a full-time basis.
• Pay basis: Contract pay is based on factors including work experience, qualifications, credentials, location, market supply/demand, and candidate preference (which can affect client bill rate and competitiveness for the position).
• Benefits: Contract professionals are usually W2 employees and are eligible for full benefits when working 20 hours per week.
• Group Life, LTD and AD&D: Complimentary for benefits-eligible contract professionals.
• 401k: A qualified 401k plan is available.
• CLE and Professional Expense stipend: Provided to benefits-eligible attorneys.

Location & Schedule

• Type of role: Contract Engagement
• Schedule: Flexible (full-time, part-time or anywhere in between)
• Location: Remote

Confidentiality

• The employer will not disclose your identity or propose you to prospective clients without your prior consent.
• Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.