Employment Attorney (Remote / AM100 Defense)

Incendia Partners; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

National Defense Law Firm is seeking an experienced Employment Attorney licensed in California to join its national defense practice. The role offers remote flexibility or hybrid work with multiple CA offices, and real opportunities to handle multi-plaintiff and wage/hour disputes for high-profile clients.

You will manage California-based matters, including PAGA claims, and work under veteran leadership on intricate employment matters, with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in employment-related disputes, including multi-plaintiff actions.
• Experience with wage-and-hour class actions and PAGA claims.
• Ability to manage cases with minimal supervision and strong client advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Manage California-based employment matters, including multi-plaintiff and single-plaintiff FEHA cases.
• Lead strategy on disputes and coordinate with national defense team.
• Contribute to case preparation, discovery, and trial readiness.

Skills

Employment litigation

Wage & hour actions

PAGA experience

California bar admission

Education

Bar admission (California)

Job description

Employment Attorney (California) - National Defense Law Firm (Remote Flexibility or Hybrid w/ over 10 offices throughout CA)

Hiring: Associates, Of Counsel and Partners

Compensation: The annual salary range for this position is $130,000 to $275,000 (plus bonus), with the final offer determined by factors including relevant skills, training, experience, and the specific location where the role is based.

Benefits: The firm provides comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as tax-advantaged Health Savings Accounts; retirement savings through Roth and 401(k) options; life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; ample vacation time and paid time off; wellness initiatives and employee assistance programs; reimbursements for bar dues and cell phone expenses; support for continuing education; benefits for fertility, adoption, and surrogacy; paid pregnancy and family leave plus additional time for new parents; long-term care coverage; unpaid leave in compliance with federal Family Medical Leave Act and applicable state regulations; resources for student loan refinancing; and various employee discount programs.

Hours: 1900

A prominent national law firm operating in every state across the country is recruiting accomplished Employment Attorneys licensed to practice in California. Ideal applicants bring two or more years of hands-on experience in employment-related disputes (the firm will consider candidates more junior from competing AM100 defense firms), covering multi-plaintiff lawsuits, wage and hour collective actions, and Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) claims. This opportunity is well-suited for a dedicated litigator who excels in navigating sophisticated employment conflicts and is committed to securing favorable resolutions for clients. The attorney will join a cohesive team of skilled professionals nationwide, operating under the guidance of a veteran leader and trial specialist focused on intricate, high-profile employment matters.

Why Join The Firm?

• Robust support from a large-scale national organization combined with regionally tailored practices.
• Hands-on client interactions and direct contributions to case strategies.
• Adaptable work structures that enable customization to individual career aspirations.
• Formalized training and guidance programs designed to foster progression, with transparent routes to advancement such as partnership.
• A solid economic foundation characterized by minimal overhead, absence of debt, and proven resilience for career stability.
• Attractive pay structures featuring performance-based and merit bonuses, extensive perks, and aid for student debt reduction.

What They're Looking For?

• Demonstrated expertise in managing California-based multi-plaintiff and wage and hour class action litigation, OR single-plaintiff FEHA case work.
• Active California bar admission, with no specific geographic requirements for the role.
• A proactive individual skilled in overseeing cases with minimal supervision.