Employment Law Attorney

Adams-; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams- in Pleasanton, California, seeks a full-time Employment Litigation Attorney to join our boutique firm. The role focuses on employment law defense with opportunities to expand litigation skills and collaborate in a supportive culture.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of employment litigation experience, a California Bar in good standing, strong research, writing, and motion practice skills, and a commitment to client service and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar membership in good standing.
• At least 1 year of recent employment litigation experience.
• Experience with legal writing, research, and motion practice.
• Strong analytical, communication, and client-management skills.
• Annual billable requirement of 1,600 hours.
• Opportunities to earn additional variable compensation for hours billed above the annual expectation.

Responsibilities

• Join our team as an Employment Litigation Attorney.
• Develop litigation skills and handle employment defense matters.
• Research, write, and argue motions.
• Provide exceptional client service with a collaborative approach.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Motion practice

Client-management

Communication

Education

California Bar admission

Job description

Employment Law Attorney (JN -052025-395804) Pleasanton, California

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Salary: USD160000 - USD220000 per year

Our boutique law firm is seeking a full-time Employment Litigation Attorney to join our team. We take pride in providing sophisticated legal representation while maintaining a collegial culture and genuine commitment to work-life balance.

The ideal candidate will have at least one year of recent employment litigation experience, with demonstrated strength in legal research, writing, and motion practice. While the majority of our practice focuses on employment law defense, our attorneys also have exposure to a variety of other litigation matters.

We are looking for an attorney who is analytical, strategic, and committed to delivering exceptional client service. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, as is a practical, ethical approach to advocacy. Our team values professionals who are collaborative, personable, and take their work seriously while maintaining a sense of perspective and humor.

Requirements

• Active California Bar membership in good standing
• At least 1 year of recent employment litigation experience
• Experience with legal writing, research, and motion practice
• Strong analytical, communication, and client-management skills
• Annual billable requirement of 1,600 hours
• Opportunities to earn additional variable compensation for hours billed above the annual expectation, when available

Why Join Us?

• Boutique firm environment with a supportive and collaborative culture
• Strong emphasis on work-life balance
• Diverse, hardworking, and approachable team

If you are looking for a firm where you can build your litigation skills, provide exceptional client service, and enjoy a healthy balance between your professional and personal life, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

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