Principal Attorney – Labor & Employment Law

Gainwell Technologies

In-house attorney specializing in labor and employment law at Gainwell, providing strategic legal advice to HR and business leaders. Manage disputes and compliance while supporting workforce issues.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeRemote • Louisiana • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $120,700 - $172,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in U.S. federal and state employment laws and regulations, providing strategic legal advice and guidance to HR and business leaders. Proficient in managing employment disputes and litigation, with strong legal analysis, research skills, and attention to detail.

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Juris DoctorateActive Bar Membership5+ Years Employment Law ExperienceIn-House Counsel ExperienceLegal Analysis and Research Skills

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Hard Skills

Employment Law CounselingLitigation ManagementDrafting Employment AgreementsLegal Risk AssessmentRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

CollaborationClear CommunicationAttention to DetailAnalytical SkillsMultitasking

Industry Keywords

Federal Employment LawsState Employment LawsEmployment DisputesAdministrative Charge HandlingIndia Employment Laws

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic and practical legal advice to HR and business leaders on a broad range of employment law issues
Provide legal updates, guidance, and training regarding applicable federal and state regulations and statutes
Monitor federal and state labor and employment-related laws and developments, and maintain knowledge and understanding of same
Draft and review employment agreements, separation agreements, notices, policies, and other employment-related documents
Oversee employment-related certifications required by clients and federal and state agencies
Manage employment disputes and litigation matters, including evaluating liability exposure and developing strategies, overseeing outside counsel, coordinating witness interviews and document production, and attending depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials as needed
Other responsibilities as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctorate with excellent academic credentials from an accredited law school
Active bar membership in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
5+ years of experience in employment law counseling and litigation
Prior experience as in-house counsel preferred
Expertise in U.S. federal and state employment laws and regulations
Experience with India employment laws and regulations a plus
Ability to collaborate and provide proactive and practical legal guidance
Experience handling administrative charge and/or employment litigation matters
Strong legal analysis and research skills
Ability to foresee and assess potential legal risks
Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to multitask
Clear and concise oral and written communications

Benefits

Comp & perks

comprehensive health benefits
generous, flexible vacation policy
401(k) employer match
educational assistance
leadership and technical development academies