About this opportunity
Larson Maddox lists this L&E Special Counsel opportunity in city of cedar rapids, Iowa. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Our client, a nationally recognized Am Law 100 labor and employment firm, is looking to add an experienced Labor & Employment Counsel to its remote practice. With a longstanding focus on workplace law and a sophisticated employer-side client base, the firm offers attorneys the opportunity to handle substantive employment matters in a flexible and sustainable environment.
This position is ideal for an L&E attorney who enjoys counseling and administrative agency work but is looking to step away from the traditional law firm pressures of litigation, rainmaking, and excessive billable requirements.
Why This Opportunity
100% remote arrangement anywhere within the U.S.
Lower annual billable expectations than most large firms
No court appearances or litigation responsibilities
No requirement to develop business or maintain a book
Exposure to complex employment matters for national employers
Strong emphasis on work-life balance
Long-term, stable counsel-level position with a respected national platform
What You'll Be Doing
Working as part of a nationwide labor and employment team, you will guide employers through administrative proceedings and employment-related disputes from intake through resolution. Responsibilities include:
Managing agency charges and attorney demand matters independently
Conducting investigations and preparing strategic responses
Drafting persuasive position statements and related submissions
Responding to requests from administrative agencies
Serving as a primary point of contact for clients throughout the lifecycle of a matter
Participating in virtual mediations and settlement negotiations
Leveraging the firm's proprietary systems and technology to deliver efficient client service
Collaborating with experienced L&E attorneys across multiple jurisdictions
This role is focused on counseling and administrative matters and does not include litigation or business development obligations.
Required Qualifications
J.D. from an accredited law school
Active bar license in state of residence
At least six years of labor and employment law experience
Experience handling administrative agency matters and employment-related disputes
Excellent legal writing, communication, and analytical skills
Ability to work independently in a remote setting
Ideal Background
This role would be a strong fit for an attorney who:
Has significant labor & employment experience on the employer side
Is comfortable managing matters with minimal supervision
Enjoys drafting, analysis, and strategic problem-solving
Has experience responding to agency investigations or charges
Values flexibility and meaningful work over traditional law firm demands
Is seeking a long-term platform that offers both stability and quality of life
Worksite address
city of cedar rapids, IA, 52404, US
Who can apply
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