Employment Litigation & Counseling Associate Attorney

Orion Placement; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 225,000 - 255,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Parental leave

Disability coverage

Job summary

Confidential Employer. in San Jose, CA is seeking an attorney with 4+ years of employment law experience to handle litigation, counseling, and higher education matters. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work remotely part of the week and in-office collaboration.

You will represent employers, draft litigation documents, research laws, and advise on policies and compliance. A California Bar license and strong advocacy skills are required, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• 4+ years of employment law experience involving litigation and counseling.
• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience advising employers on workplace policies and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Represent and advise employers in employment litigation and workplace disputes.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents.
• Research employment laws and develop practical strategies for resolution.
• Counsel clients on employment policies, compliance, and employee relations.
• Investigate workplace complaints and provide guidance on next steps.
• Draft and review workplace-related policies and documents.
• Collaborate with colleagues and build client relationships in court proceedings.

Skills

Legal research

Pleadings

Brief-writing

Client communication

Court appearances

Problem-solving

Employment law

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Job description

Pay: $225,000.00 - $255,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a growing employment law practice handling sophisticated workplace disputes, counseling, and higher education matters.
• Enjoy a balanced mix of litigation and proactive legal advising, keeping your work engaging and varied.
• Work directly with business clients to solve challenging workplace issues and develop practical legal strategies.
• Gain meaningful responsibility, courtroom exposure, and opportunities to strengthen your advocacy skills.
• Benefit from hybrid flexibility, experienced mentors, professional development, and support for building your career.

Location

San Jose, CA – Hybrid. Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely part of the week while collaborating with our team in a welcoming, professional office environment. Specific in-office expectations will be discussed during the hiring process.

Note

We're seeking attorneys with 4+ years of employment law experience, including both litigation and employer counseling. An active California Bar license in good standing is required, along with strong legal writing, client communication, and oral advocacy skills.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We are an established law firm with a growing Labor & Employment practice dedicated to helping businesses and organizations navigate complex workplace challenges. Our attorneys combine thoughtful legal advice with effective advocacy, and we believe in creating an environment where collaboration, professional growth, and meaningful client relationships thrive.

Job Description

• Represent and advise employers in employment litigation, workplace disputes, and higher education matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other persuasive litigation documents.
• Research employment laws and develop practical strategies to resolve complex legal issues.
• Counsel business clients on employment policies, workplace compliance, and employee relations.
• Investigate workplace complaints and provide guidance on appropriate next steps.
• Draft and review employment policies and other workplace-related documents.
• Participate in court proceedings, collaborate with colleagues, and build strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of employment law experience involving litigation and counseling.
• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Strong legal research, analytical, brief-writing, and pleading-drafting skills.
• Experience advising employers and addressing workplace issues.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and client service skills.
• Willingness to appear in court and take ownership of challenging matters.
• Experience with higher education employment issues is a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We believe talented attorneys deserve interesting work, supportive colleagues, and the freedom to grow. You'll enjoy a collaborative culture, mentorship, professional development programs, and opportunities to build your practice.

We also offer comprehensive health coverage, retirement benefits, paid time off, parental leave, disability coverage, and professional support for business development.

Compensation: $225,000 to $255,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

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Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance