Employment Defense Attorney

gpac; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac represents a well-regarded California law firm seeking an Employment Defense Attorney to join its labor and employment practice in Los Angeles. This role offers the chance to defend employers in meaningful matters alongside an experienced, collaborative team and take part in strategy, hearings, and litigation.

The ideal candidate will have 3-10 years of employment litigation defense experience, be admitted to the California Bar, and demonstrate strong writing, research, and case management

Qualifications

• 3-10 years of employment litigation defense experience.
• Admission to the California Bar.
• Strong writing, research, and case management skills.
• Ability to manage matters independently.

Responsibilities

• Defend employers in single-plaintiff, wage and hour, and class or PAGA matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and written discovery.
• Take and defend depositions and attend hearings and mediations.
• Advise employers on workplace policies and risk.
• Work closely with partners on case strategy and trial preparation.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Case management

Independent work

Education

California Bar admission

Job description

A well-regarded California law firm is seeking an Employment Defense Attorney to join its labor and employment practice in Los Angeles. This is a strong opportunity for an attorney who wants to represent employers in meaningful matters alongside an experienced, collaborative team.

What You'll Do

• Defend employers in single-plaintiff, wage and hour, and class or PAGA matters
• Draft pleadings, motions, and written discovery
• Take and defend depositions and attend hearings and mediations
• Advise employers on workplace policies and risk
• Work closely with partners on case strategy and trial preparation

What You Bring

• 3-10 years of employment litigation defense experience
• Admission to the California Bar
• Strong writing, research, and case management skills
• Ability to manage matters independently

Compensation And Benefits

• Competitive base salary, depending on experience.
• This is a hybrid position based in Los Angeles, California.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.