Associate Corporate Counsel – Employment, Labor

Asset Living

. Report directly to the General Counsel and assist with reporting to the CEO and Board of Directors on material legal matters .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-Level💰 $110,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Employment and Labor Law, including agency charges and litigation management, while providing practical legal advice to support operational decision-making. Proficient in drafting legal documents and managing compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

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JD From An ABA-Accredited Law SchoolActive Membership In State Bar3–5 Years Of Employment And Labor Law ExperienceStrong Analytical And Problem-Solving SkillsProficiency In Microsoft Office Suite

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Hard Skills

Employment And Labor LawLitigation ManagementDrafting Legal DocumentsAgency Charge HandlingSettlement NegotiationE-DiscoveryDocument PreservationLegal ResearchCompliance MonitoringHR Policy Development

Soft Skills

Direct Communication StyleProblem-SolvingSelf-MotivatedResourcefulBuilding Credibility And Trust

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteHRISE-Discovery Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Active State Bar MembershipEligibility For In-House Counsel Registration In Texas

Industry Keywords

Employment Practices Liability ClaimsMulti-Site IndustryProperty ManagementReal EstateWorkplace Investigations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Report directly to the General Counsel and assist with reporting to the CEO and Board of Directors on material legal matters
Manage and respond to agency charges and inquiries before the EEOC, Texas Workforce Commission, and other agencies
Draft position statements and respond to information requests
Represent the company in mediation and conciliation
Evaluate attorney demand letters and pre-suit claims
Develop resolution strategies, negotiate settlements, and draft settlement and release agreements
Manage employment lawsuits and arbitrations, including wage-and-hour class and collective actions, with outside counsel
Formulate litigation strategy and review pleadings, discovery, and motions
Monitor litigation budgets and make recommendations to outside counsel and the General Counsel
Draft and circulate legal holds and coordinate document preservation, collection, production, and electronic discovery
Communicate with current and former employees who have relevant knowledge
Prepare employees for depositions and attend as needed
Respond to subpoenas and non-party discovery
Engage and manage outside counsel, negotiate engagement terms, review invoices, enforce billing guidelines, and maintain case files and matter summaries
Advise Human Resources and property leadership on terminations, corrective action, and escalated workplace investigations
Advise on leave programs, disability and accommodation requests, and return-to-work issues
Review and draft the employee handbook, HR policies, and employment-related agreements
Monitor federal, state, and local employment and labor law developments and support multi-state compliance
Partner with insurance brokers and carriers on employment practices liability claims
Collaborate with Human Resources and management teams to develop training materials
Provide prompt, practical legal advice supporting operational decision-making
Travel approximately 10% annually for property visits or internal meetings

Requirements

What you’ll need

JD from an ABA-accredited law school
Active membership in good standing in at least one state bar
Attorneys not licensed in Texas must be eligible to register as in-house counsel with the Texas Board of Law Examiners
3–5 years of employment and labor law experience, including handling agency charges and employment litigation
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to make sound, practical recommendations quickly
Direct, candid, and concise communication style
Ability to explain legal issues in plain language to HR professionals and business leaders at all levels
Ability to manage a high volume of matters, prioritize effectively, and meet multiple deadlines
Highest ethical standards
Self-motivated and resourceful approach
Ability to build credibility and trust with colleagues inside and outside the company
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Familiarity with HRIS and e-discovery platforms is a plus
Experience in property management, real estate, or another multi-site industry is preferred but not required
This is a safety-sensitive position and may be subject to additional compliance requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work arrangement
Travel estimated at 10% of work time annually for property visits or internal meetings