Littler CaseSmart Counsel, Discovery (Remote)

Overview

An established labor and employment law practice is seeking an attorney with a minimum of 4 years of labor and employment litigation experience to join their remote legal team as a Counsel, Discovery attorney. This role offers a reduced billable hours requirement with no mandatory business travel or business development obligations, ideal for attorneys seeking challenging work with greater flexibility.

This position is fully remote and open to candidates licensed to practice law in their state of residence within the United States. The salary range for this role is $130,000 to $175,000 annually, with eligibility for performance-based bonuses. Starting pay within this range depends on factors such as geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop discovery strategies in consultation with case teams and evaluate discovery options.
• Draft all forms of written discovery requests, including interrogatories, requests for production of documents, requests for admissions, and responses or objections to discovery requests.
• Manage documents and evidence, often using platforms like Relativity, including organizing, staging, tagging key documents, and preparing materials for production.
• Draft discovery-related documents such as protective orders and correspondence with opposing counsel.
• Collaborate with e-Discovery counsel and Litigation Support teams regarding electronically stored information (ESI) requests.
• Prepare witness kits and identify key evidence to support depositions, motions, and briefs.
• Draft settlement agreements as needed when cases settle.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of legal experience handling employment law litigation matters.
• Strong experience managing the discovery process, including all forms of written discovery.
• Proficiency with document and evidence management platforms, such as Relativity.
• Ability to navigate complex e-Discovery issues and collaborate effectively with legal teams.
• Active bar license in the candidate's state of residence.
• Excellent academic credentials and significant litigation experience.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $130,000 to $175,000 annually, with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans covering employees and their families.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Generous paid time off and parental leave.
• Mental health and wellness programs.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee referral bonus program.

Location

This is a fully remote position available to candidates residing anywhere in the United States, provided they hold an active law license in their state.

Additional Information

Candidates may redact age-identifying information from application materials if desired, without penalty. The role requires handling highly sensitive and confidential information with professionalism, discretion, and integrity. Background checks, including criminal records, will be conducted in compliance with applicable laws.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.