Employment Litigation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Comprehensive benefits

Growth opportunities

Discretionary bonus opportunities

Bonuses for billable work

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an Employment Litigation Attorney for its San Francisco, CA office to join the Labor and Employment practice. The successful candidate will handle complex employment matters for employers, managing litigation from inception through resolution.

Ideal candidates will be admitted to the California Bar, have at least five years of employment litigation experience in state and federal courts, and demonstrate excellent writing, advocacy, and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• CA Bar admission is required.
• Minimum 5 years of employment litigation experience.
• Experience in state and federal courts.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of employment litigation from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and discovery requests and responses.
• Conduct and defend depositions; participate in mediations and settlement negotiations.
• Attend and advocate at court appearances, hearings, arbitrations, and trials.
• Handle matters involving employment discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination.
• Represent employers in investigations and proceedings before federal, state, and local agencies.
• Advise employers on workplace issues, compliance, and risk management strategies.
• Collaborate with attorneys across offices to develop litigation strategies.

Skills

Litigation skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Negotiation

Independent work

Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Employment Litigation Attorney for its San Francisco, CA office. The successful candidate will join a dynamic Labor and Employment practice group, representing employers in complex employment matters across various industries. The role requires strong litigation, research, writing, and advocacy skills, with experience managing sophisticated employment cases through all litigation phases.

Duties

• Independently manage all phases of employment litigation from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and discovery requests and responses.
• Conduct and defend depositions; participate in mediations and settlement negotiations.
• Attend and advocate at court appearances, hearings, arbitrations, and trials.
• Handle matters involving employment discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination.
• Represent employers in investigations and proceedings before federal, state, and local agencies.
• Advise employers on workplace issues, compliance, and risk management strategies.
• Manage discovery, motion practice, and case deadlines in state and federal courts.
• Communicate with clients, provide strategic guidance, and maintain strong relationships.
• Collaborate with attorneys across offices to develop litigation strategies.

Requirements

• Admission to practice in California required.
• Minimum of 5 years of employment litigation experience.
• Experience handling litigation in both state and federal courts.
• Demonstrated experience drafting and arguing motions and conducting depositions.
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage an active caseload and prioritize deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to exceptional client service.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

California Bar admission.

Skills

• Strong litigation and advocacy skills.
• Proficient in legal research and writing.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO for attorneys.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and client development.
• Robust discretionary and billable-based bonus opportunities.