Employment Partner

The TemPositions Group of Companies; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Quarterly bonus opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Professional development opportunities

Employee discounts and referral programs

Job summary

A growing law firm is seeking an experienced Employment Law Partner who has over 10 years of experience to support its employment law practice in California. This role involves defending clients in litigation, providing strategic legal counsel, and managing litigation phases. The ideal candidate will have a strong litigation background, expertise in wage compliance, and a J.D. from an accredited law school. Competitive salary with excellent benefits is offered, making it a prime opportunity for seasoned attorneys.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of employment law experience.
• Strong background in employment litigation defense.
• Trial experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Defend clients in employment-related litigation, including wrongful termination and discrimination.
• Manage all phases of litigation, including discovery and settlement negotiations.
• Provide strategic legal counsel to HR teams on complex employment law matters.

Skills

Employment litigation defense

Wage & hour compliance

Research skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Active member in good standing with the California State Bar

Job description

Job Title: Employment Law Partner
Location: Multiple Office Locations Across California (El Segundo, Fresno, Oakland, Ontario, Orange, Redding, Sacramento, San Diego, San Jose, Westlake Village)
Salary: $230,000 – $300,000 annually (depending on experience, book of business, and other factors)
Schedule: Full-Time | Hybrid

A growing law firm is seeking an experienced Employment Law Partner with 10+ years of experience to support and expand its employment law practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned attorney with a strong litigation background and the ability to provide strategic counsel to clients across a range of employment matters.

Candidates must be California residents and within a commutable distance to one of the listed office locations.

Key Responsibilities

Defend clients in employment-related litigation, including claims involving wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation

Manage all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, and settlement negotiations

Provide strategic legal counsel to leadership and HR teams on complex employment law matters (e.g., ADA, FMLA, Title IX, and other federal/state regulations)

Advise on risk mitigation, employee relations, workplace policies, and compliance strategies

Draft and review employment policies, handbooks, and contracts to ensure legal compliance

Support labor relations matters, including union issues and collective bargaining considerations

Deliver training and guidance to clients on employment law compliance and best practices

Qualifications

Minimum 10+ years of employment law experience

Strong background in employment litigation defense

Experience with wage & hour compliance, audits, and employment policies/handbooks

Experience with public entity defense strongly preferred; school district defense experience is a plus

Trial experience preferred, but not required

Active member in good standing with the California State Bar

J.D. from an accredited law school

Excellent research, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills

Ability to manage multiple matters and provide proactive case management

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary with quarterly bonus opportunities

Unlimited PTO for attorneys

Hybrid work flexibility

Medical, dental, vision, and additional insurance options

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

Professional development and training opportunities

Additional perks including employee discounts, referral programs, and team events

If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in a partner-level opportunity with growth potential, please submit your resume for consideration.

Pay:$230,000.00 - $300,000.00