Labor and Employment Attorney - DC (off-track)
Salary: $150,000 - $250,000 per year
Location: Washington, DC
Posted: August 11 2025
Minimum Degree:
Relocation Assistance: Available
LABOR & EMPLOYMENT ATTORNEY (NON-PARTNERSHIP TRACK)
REMOTE role
Must be based in one of the following locations: Washington, DC | Virginia | Maryland
Our client, an AmLaw 100 firm with a strong global presence, is seeking a skilled Labor & Employment Attorney to join its DC, Virginia, or Maryland office in a remote salaried, non-partnership track role. This position offers a reduced billable hour target and the opportunity to work on sophisticated employment matters for high-profile clients within a collaborative and supportive environment.
Candidate Profile
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JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
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Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction, in good standing.
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DC bar admission preferred.
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5+ years of substantive experience in employment litigation and counseling.
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Litigation Expertise: Significant experience managing employment litigation, including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, negotiating with opposing counsel, and arguing motions in court.
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Client Counseling: Strong background advising clients on employment law compliance, risk mitigation, internal policies, and workplace disputes.
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Experience with traditional labor law and labor-management relations is a plus.
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Soft Skills: Excellent research, writing, case management, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to take initiative and independently manage cases and client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
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Handle a broad range of employment litigation matters, including discrimination, wage and hour, and wrongful termination claims.
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Advise employers on personnel policies, workplace investigations, employee discipline, compliance issues, and litigation risk.
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Represent clients before federal and state courts, administrative agencies, and arbitral forums.
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Collaborate with colleagues across practice groups to deliver well-rounded and strategic legal advice.
Why Join Us?
This position offers a rare blend of high-level legal work, telecommuting, and a sustainable workload within a nationally-recognized Labor & Employment practice. Attorneys in this role are trusted with meaningful responsibility and direct client engagement, all within a collaborative and inclusive environment. The reduced billable hour expectation (1400-1800 range) and remote work arrangement support greater work-life balance while still providing access to complex, impactful matters across a diverse client base. Whether you're seeking to refocus your career or maintain momentum in a more flexible structure, this is a unique opportunity to do sophisticated work at a prestigious firm without the demands of a traditional partnership track.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Compensation: Annual base salary is expected to range from $150,000 – $250,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and market factors. Discretionary bonus opportunities are also available.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; 529 College Savings Plan; paid maternal and paternal leave; time off; wellness initiatives; commuter benefits; and employee assistance programs, among others.
- Additional Perks: Include a sabbatical program, student loan refinancing support, relocation expenses, bar expenses and bar leave, concierge program, fertility treatments, adoption expenses, and corporate discounts.
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit a resume, law school transcript, and cover letter for consideration.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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