Employment Attorney (100% REMOTE)

Law Firms; California; On-site; USD 150,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Law Firms in California is seeking a skilled defense-side labor and employment attorney to join a high-performing team. The role offers opportunities to work on sophisticated matters while collaborating with firm leadership and clients.

The candidate should have 2+ years of defense-side labor and employment litigation experience, be licensed in California, and demonstrate strong advocacy, organization, and client-management abilities.

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with the California Bar.
• 2+ years of defense-side labor & employment litigation experience.
• Strong knowledge of California labor laws and employment litigation procedures.
• Ability to manage cases independently and handle a full caseload.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong organizational and client management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Handle defense-side labor & employment matters from inception through resolution.
• Represent employers in disputes involving wrongful termination, wage & hour, harassment, retaliation, and discrimination claims.
• Develop and execute litigation strategy, including depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Advise clients on compliance with California labor laws and risk mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop case strategy and achieve favorable outcomes.

Skills

California Bar

Defense-side labor & employment

Independent case management

Written and oral advocacy

Organizational and client management

Job description

**** REMOTW Employment Attorney (California) ****

Job Title: Defense Labor & Employment Attorney

About the Role

Our client is a well-established and high-performing law firm in California, seeking a skilled defense-side labor & employment attorney to join their growing team. This is a great opportunity to work on sophisticated matters while collaborating closely with firm leadership and clients.

Responsibilities

• Handle defense-side labor & employment matters from inception through resolution
• Represent employers in disputes involving wrongful termination, wage & hour, harassment, retaliation, and discrimination claims
• Develop and execute litigation strategy, including depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents
• Advise clients on compliance with California labor laws and risk mitigation strategies
• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop case strategy and achieve favorable outcomes

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with the California Bar
• 2+ years of experience in defense-side labor & employment litigation
• Strong knowledge of California labor laws and employment litigation procedures
• Ability to manage cases independently and handle a full caseload
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills
• Strong organizational and client management abilities

Compensation

The annual salary for this position ranges from $150,000 - $270,000, depending on experience, skills, and other relevant factors.