Labor & Employment Staff Attorney or Counsel - Hourly - Remote

REMOTEPosted 20 days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from Seyfarth Shaw LLP

• Job overview

  The Labor & Employment Staff Attorney or Counsel role at Seyfarth Shaw LLP is a flexible, fully-remote hourly position within a top-ranked national Labor & Employment practice, focusing on employment litigation and client representation.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The role involves handling employment litigation including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, preparing motions, defending EEOC charges, representing clients in mediations, and negotiating settlements, all with flexible hours and no marketing obligations.

• Compensation and benefits

  The position offers hourly pay ranging from $85-$95 for Staff Attorney and $100-$130 for Counsel, eligibility for bonuses and periodic increases, and benefits including back-up care, behavioral health counseling, and 401(k).

• Experience and skills

  Candidates should have 5+ years of employment litigation experience preferably on the management side, familiarity with federal and state court and administrative agencies, strong litigation skills, active bar licenses in relevant states, and strong time management skills.

• Career development

  The firm invests in professional development with hands-on learning opportunities working alongside partners and offers a flexible role without full-time demands.

• Work environment and culture

  Seyfarth Shaw LLP promotes a collegial, cooperative environment with experienced lawyers sharing ideas and resources, emphasizing flexibility and work-life balance.

• Company information

  Seyfarth Shaw LLP is a large law firm with over 900 lawyers across 18 offices providing advisory, litigation, and transactional legal services worldwide.

• Team overview

  The candidate will join the national Innovative Staffing Team (IST), a specialized group of over 35 labor and employment lawyers working remotely but tied to national offices.

• Job location and travel

  This remote position is tied to national offices with specific locations including Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles, requiring bar licensure in the state of residence and a Seyfarth office state.

• Application process

  Applicants must submit their own applications directly to Seyfarth Shaw LLP; applications through search firms are not accepted for this position.

• Unique job features

  This role offers a unique flexible, fully-remote hourly work arrangement with no billable hour requirements and the ability to work on high-profile employment law matters without full-time partner track pressures.

Company overview

Seyfarth Shaw LLP is a prominent law firm specializing in labor and employment, real estate, corporate, and litigation services. They generate revenue through legal consultation, representation, and advisory services for a diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 companies. Founded in 1945, Seyfarth Shaw has grown to become a global firm with offices across the United States, Europe, and Asia, known for its innovative approach to legal service delivery and commitment to client satisfaction.

How to land this job

• Tailor your resume to emphasize your 5+ years of employment litigation experience, highlighting management-side cases and familiarity with federal and state court practices, as this directly aligns with Seyfarth Shaw LLP's expectations for the Labor & Employment Staff Attorney or Counsel role.

• Showcase your ability to handle all litigation phases, including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, filing motions, and defending EEOC charges, as these are critical skills for the Innovative Staffing Team's flexible, remote position.

• Apply through multiple platforms such as Seyfarth Shaw LLP's official careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your application's visibility and ensure you reach the hiring team effectively.

• Connect with current members of Seyfarth's Labor & Employment practice group on LinkedIn, initiating conversations by complimenting their recent case wins or expressing genuine interest in their flexible IST team's unique structure to break the ice.

• Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords like 'employment litigation,' 'EEOC defense,' 'summary judgment motions,' 'federal and state court,' and 'labor and employment law,' ensuring your resume passes automated screening.

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