Employment Attorney

Law Firms; California; On-site; USD 140,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Law Firms is seeking a skilled attorney to defend employers in labor and employment matters across California. Applicants must hold a J.D. and be an active member of the California State Bar with at least 2 years of relevant experience.

The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $140,000 to $300,000 annually, depending on experience, skills, and market factors. Responsibilities include litigating employment cases and advising clients on various employment law issues.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of labor & employment defense experience preferred.
• Experience with wage & hour litigation, PAGA claims, and discrimination/harassment cases.

Responsibilities

• Defend employers in employment litigation in state and federal courts.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Advise clients on wage & hour and workplace policies.

Skills

Labor & Employment Law

Litigation

Legal Research

Wage & Hour Issues

Client Counseling

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Active member of the California State Bar

Job description

Location: Remote across California (offices in every major CA metropolitan)

Salary: Up to $300K base + Bonuses

Open to considering CA barred Attorneys residing in other states across the country

Job Summary

Our client is a preeminent Southern California law firm focusing exclusively on representing employers in labor and employment matters. With decades of experience, they counsel and defend management in all areas of employment law, delivering practical, strategic, and business-oriented legal solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Defend employers in employment litigation, including single-plaintiff, class action, and PAGA matters in state and federal courts
• Represent clients in administrative proceedings (e.g., DFEH/CRD, EEOC, DLSE)
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and discovery
• Advise clients on day-to-day employment law issues including wage & hour, discipline, leave laws, and workplace policies
• Draft and revise employee handbooks, policies, and employment agreements
• Participate in mediations, depositions, and trial preparation
• Support partners and collaborate with the team on complex cases and client counseling

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active member in good standing with the California State Bar
• 2+ years of labor & employment defense experience (plaintiff-side experience will be considered if transitioning to defense)
• Experience with wage & hour litigation, PAGA claims, and discrimination/harassment cases

Salary and Other Compensation

The salary for this position is between $140,000 – $300,000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.