Labor & Employment Attorney

Orion Placement; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Bonuses

Health coverage

401k match

PTO

Paid holidays

Insurance benefits

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking a seasoned employment attorney in Los Angeles for a boutique practice focused on helping California businesses navigate complex workplace issues.

You will work on employment litigation, PAGA and class action defense, and conduct workplace investigations, while advising clients with practical, business-minded guidance. A hybrid schedule with in-office and remote work supports a flexible, high-performing team.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Working knowledge of California employment law.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent employers in employment litigation and related civil litigation matters.
• Handle wrongful termination, harassment, discrimination, wage and hour claims, PAGA, class actions, and other disputes.
• Provide day-to-day advice and counsel on employment law and workplace issues.
• Conduct and assist with workplace investigations and advise clients on next steps.

Skills

Legal research

Strong writing

Communication

Analytical skills

Independent work

Job description

• Join a respected boutique employment law practice where your legal judgment directly helps businesses navigate complex workplace issues.
• Work on sophisticated employment litigation, PAGA and class action defense, workplace investigations, wage and hour matters, and day-to-day employment counseling.
• Build on your litigation experience while gaining meaningful exposure to proactive advice and counsel work.
• Collaborate closely with experienced employment attorneys who value practical, business-minded legal solutions.
• Enjoy a hybrid schedule with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely.
• Earn performance-based bonuses, plus strong benefits including employer-supported health coverage, a 401k match, generous PTO, paid holidays, and additional insurance benefits.
• Take on meaningful responsibility with a team that is growing and committed to high-quality client service.

Location

Los Angeles, CA — Hybrid. Our team works in the office 3 days per week with the flexibility to work remotely 2 days per week.

Note

Candidates must be admitted to the California Bar and have at least 3 years of civil litigation experience. Basic employment law knowledge is required; this is not an entry-level position and we are looking for an attorney who can contribute with limited training.

About Us

We are a boutique employment law practice focused on helping California businesses proactively manage workplace risk and effectively resolve employment disputes. Our team provides practical, business-oriented counsel across employment litigation, workplace investigations, compliance, PAGA and class action defense, wage and hour matters, policies, and day-to-day HR issues. We value sound judgment, strong advocacy, collaboration, and building trusted relationships with our clients. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Represent employers in employment litigation and related civil litigation matters.
• Handle matters involving wrongful termination, harassment, discrimination, wage and hour claims, PAGA, class actions, and other employment disputes.
• Provide day-to-day advice and counsel on employment law and workplace issues.
• Conduct and assist with workplace investigations and advise clients on appropriate next steps.
• Draft and review employment policies, handbooks, agreements, severance documents, and related materials.
• Assist clients with compliance, risk management, and proactive employment law strategies.
• Develop case strategy, manage discovery, draft pleadings and motions, and participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and other litigation activities.
• Communicate directly with clients and provide practical, business-focused legal guidance.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and contribute to a sophisticated, growing employment law practice.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Working knowledge of California employment law.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage matters independently while collaborating effectively with experienced attorneys.
• Employment litigation, employment counseling, workplace investigations, PAGA, or class action experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong business judgment and a practical approach to client service.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will have the opportunity to do substantive work, work directly with clients, and grow within a specialized employment law practice rather than being limited to one narrow piece of a case. Our team combines sophisticated legal work with practical, business-oriented advice, and we value attorneys who bring initiative, sound judgment, and a genuine interest in employment law. You will also enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule, supportive colleagues, opportunities to take on increasing responsibility, and a benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally.