Remote Senior Litigation Counsel Jobs
Remote Senior Litigation Counsel jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first law departments, distributed legal teams, and companies in technology, insurance, financial services, and healthcare that manage complex litigation without requiring on-site counsel. Employers hiring remotely right now include Amgen, Motive, and Greystar. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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- Lead and manage all aspects of litigation involving restrictive covenants, errors and omissions, and contractual disputes, from pre-litigation strategy through resolution, including trial or hearing.
- Appear in court to argue motions, attend hearings, and conduct trials as necessary.
- Provide strategic counseling on hiring and onboarding practices, including pre- and post-hire risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
- Move quickly to obtain or defeat temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions in restrictive covenant disputes, often on an expedited or emergency basis.
- Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents related to disputes and settlements.
- Select, retain, and supervise outside counsel, manage budgets, strategy, and case outcomes.
- Provide strategic advice to business leaders on potential litigation risks, dispute avoidance, and contract enforcement.
- Develop and execute effective strategies for arbitration and alternative dispute resolution.
- Work closely with teams across Legal, Finance, and Operations to identify risks early and ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Prepare regular litigation reports and updates for executive leadership.
- Significantly contribute to the development of litigation protocols and e-discovery management systems.
- Monitor legal trends and regulatory developments that may affect the company’s litigation exposure
- Coordinate with the General Counsel on overall litigation strategy, prioritization, and resource allocation across the Legal Department.
- JD from an accredited school
- Active license and good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. California bar admission a plus.
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant litigation experience, including restrictive covenant litigation, with substantial hands-on experience obtaining or defeating temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctions in expedited proceedings
- Insurance industry experience preferred
- Ability to manage litigation and investigations internally, as well as manage outside counsel
- Proven ability to advocate effectively in court and other legal forums
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically and evaluate potential risks to the Company, including economic, legal, and reputational risks
- Develop creative and compliant solutions to assist in resolving complicated issues
- Excellent organizational and analytical skills. This position requires fast-paced multi-tasking and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple issues involving business partners in various locations
- Display the highest level judgment, ethical conduct, and integrity
- High degree of self-motivation, strategic thinking, and attention to detail
- Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records WILL be considered for employment. For positions in our organization that require a state insurance license to perform the duties described herein, applicants must meet the state licensing requirements as required by the applicable DOI, must not have been disqualified or barred from licensure, and must not have been prohibited from conducting the business of insurance under Title 18 U.S. Code, §§1033 and 1034 to qualify for that role
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Top Industries Hiring
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote senior litigation counsel jobs.
- Juris Doctor degree and active bar admission in at least one state
- Minimum of seven or more years of litigation experience in a firm or in-house setting
- Demonstrated experience managing complex commercial or employment disputes
- Ability to independently handle matters from pre-litigation through trial or arbitration
- Experience supervising and managing outside counsel relationships and litigation budgets
- Strong written advocacy skills including drafting motions, briefs, and case strategy memos
Tips for Your Remote Senior Litigation Counsel Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote senior litigation counsel openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your practice area and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings.
Show your async litigation communication skills
Remote employers evaluate how you communicate case strategy, risk assessments, and updates in writing. Prepare concise writing samples, such as litigation hold notices, matter status memos, or executive-facing risk summaries, that show you can move work forward without a meeting.
Demonstrate independent matter management
Remote senior litigation counsel roles require handling investigations, outside counsel relationships, and settlement decisions without daily check-ins. Be ready to walk through specific matters you owned end-to-end, the decisions you made independently, and the outcomes you drove.
Set up a remote-ready litigation workspace
Distributed legal teams expect you to work securely and reliably from day one. Make sure your home setup includes a stable connection, a quiet environment for depositions and hearings, and familiarity with the e-discovery and matter management platforms remote legal departments use.
Remote Senior Litigation Counsel Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote senior litigation counsel job?
Remote senior litigation counsel roles go to attorneys who can manage high-stakes litigation independently, communicate complex legal strategy clearly in writing, and coordinate with outside counsel and internal stakeholders without in-person direction. Companies hiring remotely screen heavily for demonstrated case management experience, async communication skills, and the ability to exercise sound judgment without daily oversight. A history of handling matters from investigation through resolution, documented in writing-heavy work samples or matter summaries, gives candidates a clear edge.
Which companies hire remote senior litigation counsels?
Employers currently hiring remote senior litigation counsels include Amgen, Motive, and Greystar, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Remote-first technology companies, distributed insurance carriers, and large financial services firms with lean in-house legal teams are among the most consistent hirers of remote senior litigation counsel.
Can you get a remote senior litigation counsel job with no experience?
Yes, but remote senior litigation counsel roles are harder to land without experience because you're expected to manage matters and make judgment calls with minimal supervision from day one. Entry paths that work remotely include litigation support roles at remote-first legal departments, contract attorney positions on distributed teams, and roles at smaller companies where a junior attorney handles a broader litigation portfolio and builds a record of independent case management quickly.
Do you need a degree for remote senior litigation counsel jobs?
A Juris Doctor and active bar admission are required for senior litigation counsel roles, remote or otherwise. Beyond those credentials, remote employers weigh demonstrated litigation experience, the complexity of matters you've handled, and your ability to communicate legal risk clearly to non-lawyer stakeholders in written form, which matters more in a distributed team than in an office setting.
Which industries hire the most remote senior litigation counsels?
Remote senior litigation counsel roles concentrate in Staffing & Recruiting and Technology & Software, based on current remote listings on MigrateAte as of August 2026. Those sectors maintain distributed legal teams that handle significant litigation volume across multiple jurisdictions, making remote senior counsel a practical and cost-effective model for them.
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