Counsel Employee Defection & Trade Secrets Litigation Remote
Location: Virtual Office Primarily Remote
Compensation: $185,000 $200,000 Annually
Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent
Practice Area: Employee Defection, Trade Secrets & Restrictive Covenant Litigation
Position Level: Counsel
Sophisticated Litigation. Remote Flexibility. No Business Development Pressure.
Are you an experienced litigation attorney with a background in trade secrets, restrictive covenants, non-compete agreements, or employee mobility disputes?
Argo is partnering with a nationally recognized labor and employment law firm seeking an accomplished Counsel Employee Defection & Trade Secrets (EDTS) to join its established litigation practice.
This opportunity offers sophisticated, high-level legal work, the flexibility of a primarily remote environment, and the ability to focus on practicing law without the pressure of developing a book of business.
If you enjoy complex litigation, strategic problem-solving, and protecting businesses from unfair competition, this could be an excellent next step in your legal career.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Competitive Base Salary: $185,000 $200,000
Primarily Remote / Virtual Office
No Business Development Requirements
Sophisticated litigation involving trade secrets and restrictive covenants
Opportunity to manage substantive litigation matters
Collaboration with experienced partners and attorneys
Support from paralegals and shared administrative resources
Comprehensive employee benefits
Opportunity to work with a nationally established employment litigation practice
About the Role
As Counsel, you'll represent employers in complex disputes involving employee departures, confidential information, restrictive covenants, and unfair competition.
You'll work closely with experienced litigation partners while taking an active role in developing strategies, managing cases, and protecting clients' valuable business interests.
This position offers significant hands-on litigation responsibilities, including matters requiring immediate legal action and emergency injunctive relief.
Key Responsibilities
Handle sophisticated employee defection and trade secret litigation matters.
Represent employers in disputes involving non-compete, non-solicitation, and confidentiality agreements.
Litigate claims involving trade secret misappropriation, employee raiding, and unfair competition.
Prepare and respond to cease-and-desist letters and pre-litigation demands.
Handle temporary restraining orders, preliminary injunctions, and expedited discovery proceedings.
Manage discovery, depositions, substantive motions, and other litigation activities.
Develop effective litigation strategies in collaboration with partners and clients.
Counsel employers regarding employee mobility, restrictive covenant enforcement, and protection of confidential business information.
Coordinate with forensic professionals and e-discovery teams when appropriate.
Manage matters from initial evaluation through resolution.
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
Significant experience handling complex commercial or employment litigation.
Experience with trade secrets, restrictive covenants, employee defection, or related litigation matters.
Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
Experience with discovery, depositions, and substantive motion practice.
Ability to independently manage significant litigation responsibilities.
Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively in a primarily remote environment.
Highly Desirable Experience
Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA) litigation
Non-compete and non-solicitation disputes
Trade secret misappropriation
Temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions
Expedited discovery and emergency litigation
Employee mobility and unfair competition matters
Computer forensics, electronically stored information (ESI), and e-discovery
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $185,000 $200,000 annually
The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
401(k) retirement benefits and profit-sharing opportunities
Paid parental leave
Life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Employee assistance program
Additional voluntary benefits
Actual compensation will depend on qualifications, experience, and the applicable compensation structure.
Who Would Thrive in This Role?
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney who:
Enjoys sophisticated litigation and complex legal challenges.
Has a strong interest in trade secrets and restrictive covenant enforcement.
Is comfortable managing matters with substantial independence.
Thrives in a collaborative, partner-supported environment.
Values remote flexibility while remaining available for occasional court appearances or client meetings.
Wants to focus on substantive legal work rather than business development.
Take the Next Step in Your Legal Career
If you're an experienced attorney seeking a primarily remote Counsel opportunity with competitive compensation and sophisticated trade secrets litigation, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.
Apply today to learn more about this exciting opportunity.
Argo is conducting this search confidentially on behalf of a nationally recognized labor and employment law firm
