[Remote] In-House General Counsel – Employment Law & Contract Legal Ops - Atlanta, GA (Remote)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. CEO Lawyer Personal Injury Law Firm is dedicated to educating, empowering, and fighting for victims. They are seeking a dynamic In-House General Counsel to serve as the firm’s in-house counsel on employment practices and contract matters while also contributing to revenue generation through strategic handling of external employment law cases. Responsibilities • Advise senior leadership on legal compliance and risk mitigation related to employment practices, employee relations, and HR policies • Draft, review, and negotiate internal firm contracts including vendor agreements, partnership agreements, and NDAs • Oversee internal investigations and provide recommendations on disciplinary actions or employment disputes • Ensure compliance with multi-state employment laws and regulatory updates affecting law firm operations • Manage and litigate external employment law cases including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, and wage/hour claims • Provide legal counsel to the business on compliance with federal and state employment laws • Draft employment contracts, handbooks, severance agreements, and non-compete clauses for external clients • Develop strategies to grow the firm’s employment law caseload and contribute to firm revenue goals • Represent clients in mediations, administrative hearings (EEOC, DOL), and court proceedings Skills • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school • Active license in at least one of the following states: GA, TN, NY, SC, and/or CA • Minimum of 5 years of legal experience, with a strong focus on employment law and contracts • Proven track record of litigation success and/or client advisory in employment law matters • Strong understanding of HR practices, regulatory compliance, and contract law • Excellent communication, drafting, and negotiation skills • Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to generate and manage client relationships • Experience in a law firm environment or as in-house counsel • Familiarity with law firm business operations, billing, and client engagement • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment Benefits • Performance-based bonuses for external case resolution and revenue contributions. • Benefits package including health, dental, retirement contributions, CLE credits, and bar dues reimbursement. Company Overview • The CEO Lawyer Personal Injury Firm was founded on the principles of giving back to the community through powerful representation. It was founded in 2016, and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is Apply tot his job