Labor And Employment Attorney

Barnes, Pailhe & King Legal Search; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in California is looking for a seasoned employment litigation attorney with over 8 years of experience. The role involves managing various litigation cases, including defense against FEHA, Title VII claims, and class actions. The successful candidate will conduct training and supervise associates. This position offers a competitive salary of $175,000 to $225,000 along with incentives. Join a collaborative team dedicated to achieving client success.

Qualifications

• Active membership in the California State Bar is required.
• Minimum of 8+ years of litigation experience.
• Significant experience handling complex employment law matters.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage and drive employment litigation cases from inception to resolution.
• Defend against FEHA, Title VII, and related common law claims.
• Representative clients in court, arbitration, and before administrative agencies.

Skills

Employment litigation experience

Defense against FEHA and Title VII claims

Wage and hour law expertise

Class action litigation

Strong case management abilities

Exceptional written and verbal communication

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

About the Company: Our client is seeking a seasoned employment litigation attorney to join a dynamic team in the Silicon Valley or East Bay. This highly ranked regional law firm is offering a senior level attorney to manage the full employment litigation lifecycle on a wide variety of cases. The firm offers great prospects for career development, a collaborative working environment, and a competitive compensation package. The annual minimum billable hours target is approximately 1700.

About the Role: The ideal candidate will possess 8+ years of employment litigation experience, with a proven track record of leading matters on their own. The role will involve handling a diverse range of litigation including defense against FEHA and Title VII claims, wage and hour, class action, PAGA, trade secret and unfair competition. This role requires representing clients in court, arbitration, and before administrative agencies.

Responsibilities:

• Independently manage and drive employment litigation cases from inception to resolution.
• Defend against FEHA, Title VII, and related common law claims.
• Defend class action and PAGA claims.
• Represent employers in court, arbitration, and before administrative agencies.
• Taking and defending depositions and arguing motions in court.
• Draft motions, pleadings, and discovery responses.
• Actively pursue business development opportunities.
• Conduct training and seminars for clients.
• Supervise and mentor associates.

Qualifications:

• Active membership in the California State Bar is required.
• JD from an accredited law school.
• Minimum of 8+ years of litigation experience.
• Significant experience handling complex employment law matters.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong case management abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• A book of business is not required but the ability to build a book is desired.

Pay Range and Compensation Package: This position provides a competitive base salary range of approximately $175,000-$225,000 and additional incentives.

How to Apply: If you have an affinity for employment litigation and a desire to contribute to the success of a respected firm, we encourage you to submit your resume. Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in a confidential interview.

This law firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer.