Labor & Employment Counsel

Job Juncture; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) retirement plan

Paid family leave

Transit benefits

Vacation and sick time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking an experienced Labor & Employment Counsel to join its Labor & Employment Practice Group in Los Angeles or San Francisco. This is a senior role for a litigator who will lead significant matters, supervise junior attorneys, and advise employers on employment risks.

The successful candidate will own litigation strategy, manage a full caseload from inception through resolution, and help grow a collaborative, high-performing practice serving a diverse

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school with a strong academic record.
• Significant deposition, courtroom, hearing, and motion practice experience.
• Independent management of a full litigation caseload through resolution.
• Practical, business-oriented approach to solving client challenges.

Responsibilities

• Develop litigation strategy and oversee case execution through resolution.
• Take and defend depositions, argue motions, and handle court appearances and hearings.
• Supervise associates, paralegals, and other litigation team members.
• Act as primary point of contact for clients and provide strategic guidance on employment-related matters.
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice groups to deliver comprehensive client solutions.

Skills

Litigation leadership

Depositions

Motions

Case management

Employment counseling

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking an experienced Labor & Employment Counsel to join its highly regarded Labor & Employment Practice Group in either Los Angeles or San Francisco. This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior employment litigator to assume a leadership role within a sophisticated practice known for handling complex workplace disputes and providing strategic advice to employers.

The successful candidate will take ownership of significant litigation matters, supervise junior attorneys, advise clients on employment-related risks, and help grow a collaborative, high-performing practice serving a diverse client base.

Candidate Profile

• JD from an accredited law school with a strong academic record
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage a full litigation caseload from inception through resolution
• Significant deposition, courtroom, hearing, and motion practice experience
• Sound case management, strategic planning, and project management capabilities
• Familiarity with employment counseling and preventative workplace advice is preferred
• Practical, business-oriented approach to solving client challenges

Key Responsibilities

• Develop litigation strategy and oversee case execution through resolution
• Take and defend depositions, argue motions, and handle court appearances and hearings
• Supervise associates, paralegals, and other litigation team members
• Act as a primary point of contact for clients and provide strategic guidance on employment-related matters
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice groups to deliver comprehensive client solutions

Why Join Us?

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a nationally recognized Labor & Employment practice that combines sophisticated litigation work with meaningful client counseling. Attorneys in this group enjoy substantial client contact, early responsibility, and the opportunity to work alongside respected practitioners on high-profile workplace disputes.

The firm is committed to fostering a collaborative culture built on integrity, excellence, innovation, teamwork, and impact. Attorneys benefit from strong professional development resources, cross-office collaboration, and a platform designed to support long-term career growth and success.

Competitive Salary: $350,000 - $450,000 annually, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location.

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance; Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts; 401(k) retirement plan; paid family leave; transportation benefits; paid sick time and vacation; employee assistance and wellness programs; backup childcare services; college savings resources; pet insurance; and additional firm-sponsored benefits.