Employment Litigation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Walnut Creek (CA); Remote; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary supplemental benefits

Identity theft protection

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an Employment Litigation Attorney in Walnut Creek, CA, with 4+ years of experience. This remote position requires California residency and focuses on handling employment matters, including discovery, motions, mediations, and litigation, advising and defending business owners and employers.

You will work directly with clients, develop case strategy with partners, and manage matters independently while maintaining strong research and writing skills.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• 4+ years of employment law experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage employment litigation matters from intake through resolution.
• Conduct written discovery and depositions.
• Draft motions and substantive legal memoranda.
• Participate in mediations and settlement negotiations.
• Appear at hearings and other court proceedings.
• Develop case strategy in consultation with partners and clients.
• Communicate directly with clients regarding case status, risk, and next steps.
• Participate in trial preparation as appropriate.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Depositions & motions

Independent matter mgmt

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Employment Litigation Attorney with 4+ years of experience to join their team in Walnut Creek, CA. This remote position requires California residency and involves handling employment matters, including discovery, motion practice, mediations, and litigation. The attorney will advise and defend business owners and employers in employment disputes, with opportunities for meaningful responsibility and client interaction.

Duties

• Manage employment litigation matters from intake through resolution.
• Conduct written discovery and depositions.
• Draft motions and substantive legal memoranda.
• Participate in mediations and settlement negotiations.
• Appear at hearings and other court proceedings.
• Develop case strategy in consultation with partners and clients.
• Communicate directly with clients regarding case status, risk, and next steps.
• Participate in trial preparation as appropriate.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active and in good standing with the California State Bar.
• 4+ years of employment law experience.
• California state court litigation experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills.
• Depositions and motion practice experience.
• Ability to manage matters independently.
• Must reside in California.

Education

• JD from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active membership with the California State Bar.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Effective communication abilities.
• Proficiency in deposition and motion practice.
• Independent matter management.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Prescription drug coverage.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Company-paid long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care).
• Health Savings Account (HSA) option.
• Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counseling, legal, and financial support.
• Long-term care benefits.
• Voluntary supplemental benefits, including Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and additional Life Insurance.
• Identity theft protection and credit monitoring.
• Mental health, wellness, meditation, and health coaching resources.
• Virtual healthcare and telemedicine services.
• Pregnancy and parenting support resources.
• Flexible vacation policy and paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.