Law and Motion Associate - Of Counsel (Remote)

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Law and Motion Associate - Of Counsel for a fully remote position available in Charlotte, NC. This role involves handling motion work related to litigation matters, including demand letters, requests for records, and agency/administrative charges. The position is non-Principal track and requires 1850 hours annually.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and draft briefs/motions, including dispositive and discovery motions.
• Draft trial motions and assist with preparing trial documents.
• Research and draft appellate briefs.
• Draft and respond to pleadings and discovery.
• Prepare mediation briefs.
• Collaborate with the firm's Professional Development team to deliver work product to clients.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by firm leadership.

Requirements

• Admission to the CA state bar and compliance with ethical requirements.
• Good standing with the bar.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in California employment litigation for Associate role consideration.
• At least 9+ years of relevant California experience for Of Counsel level consideration.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and balance competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional communication skills and strong legal research and drafting abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills

• Strong collaboration skills across Legal Support, Operations, and Attorney teams.

Benefits

• Remote work flexibility.
• Equal employment opportunity employer.

This law firm provides diverse legal services to clients throughout the United States and Puerto Rico. Its major practice areas include alternative dispute resolution, class actions and complex litigation, international employment, general employment litigation, wage and hour disputes, labor relations, and white collar and government enforcement. The firm has a team of over 950 attorneys across offices in major cities nationwide with headquarters in West Harrison, New York.