Employment Defense Attorney

Jobot; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off and holidays

CLE support

Job summary

Jobot in California seeks an Employment Defense Attorney with at least 4 years of employment defense litigation experience. A J.D. and active California Bar membership are required.

The ideal candidate will handle a broad range of defense matters, provide strategic counsel, and represent clients through all stages of litigation. The role emphasizes high-volume caseload management, collaboration with paralegals and other attorneys, and a commitment to excellence in legal advocacy for employers

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in employment defense litigation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of California state and federal court procedures.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Case Management: handle a diverse caseload of general liability matters including employment claims.
• Litigation: represent clients from pleadings through trial and appeal if necessary.
• Client Interaction: communicate with clients and provide strategic legal advice.
• Legal Research and Writing: conduct research, draft motions, pleadings, and discovery responses.
• Court Appearances: attend hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials as needed.
• Settlement Negotiations: engage in negotiations and ADR processes.
• Collaboration: work with attorneys, paralegals and staff to ensure efficiency.

Skills

Employment defense litigation

Litigation

Oral communication

Attention to detail

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job details

Urgently hiring Employment Defense Attorney.

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kendall Kaing

Salary: $150,000 - $250,000 per year

A bit about us

My client is a California & Nevada defense law firm specializing in all aspects of workers’ compensation defense, general liability defense, premises liability defense, and commercial auto defense. Our attorneys are aggressive and well-versed in representing employers, insurance carriers, public entities, and third-party administrators.

Practice areas include:

• Workers' Compensation Defense
• General Liability Defense
• Premises Liability Defense
• Commercial Auto Defense

Why join us

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary range of $150,000 - $250,000 commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities and continuing legal education (CLE) support.

Job Details

We're in search of a talented and driven Employment Defense Attorney with a minimum 4 years of experience to join our dynamic legal team in California. The perfect fit will bring a robust background in employment defense, outstanding litigation abilities, and a steadfast commitment to delivering top-tier legal advocacy for our clients. If you're passionate about making a difference in employment law, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Case Management: Handle a diverse caseload of general liability defense matters, including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage and hour disputes, and other employment-related claims.
• Litigation: Represent clients in all phases of litigation, from initial pleadings and discovery to trial and appeal, if necessary.
• Client Interaction: Communicate effectively with clients, providing strategic legal advice and keeping them informed about the progress and status of their cases.
• Legal Research and Writing: Conduct thorough legal research, draft motions, pleadings, discovery responses, and other legal documents.
• Court Appearances: Attend court hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials as necessary.
• Settlement Negotiations: Engage in settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution processes to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure efficient case management and exceptional client service.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in employment defense litigation.
• Strong knowledge of California state and federal court procedures.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage a high-volume caseload and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to excellence in legal work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with class action lawsuits and complex litigation is highly desirable.
• Trial experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.