Labor & Employment Counsel (Attorney)

Keystone Distinction Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 280,000 - 305,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Bonuses

Job summary

Keystone Distinction Group in Los Angeles seeks a seasoned Labor & Employment Counsel to handle sophisticated employment litigation and advisory matters for a diverse client base. The ideal candidate holds a JD from a top-tier school, California bar in good standing, and 9–12 years of relevant experience.

You will defend employers in single-plaintiff matters, manage PAGA actions and class actions, and guide clients on federal and California employment laws, with opportunities to develop a

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in California, in good standing.
• 9–12 years of substantive labor & employment experience.
• Experience defending single-plaintiff employment matters (discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour).
• Experience handling PAGA actions and employment class actions.
• Strong drafting and responding to pleadings and discovery.
• Strong drafting and arguing dispositive and discovery motions.
• Experience taking and defending depositions (plaintiff and corporate witnesses).
• Advising clients on federal and California employment laws and regulations.
• Modest portable book of business preferred, but not required.
• Ability to independently manage matters from initial assessment through resolution.
• Soft skills: research, writing, analytical, communication, case management, and client-relationship skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Defend employers in single-plaintiff employment matters, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage and hour disputes.
• Handle PAGA and employment-related class actions.
• Manage litigation from inception to resolution, including strategy development, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and negotiation.
• Advise clients regarding compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients to develop proactive workforce and litigation strategies.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Case management

Client relationships

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Job description

LABOR & EMPLOYMENT COUNSEL ATTORNEY

Location: Los Angeles, CA

A prominent AmLaw 100 national law firm is seeking a talented Counsel Attorney to join its Labor & Employment Practice in Los Angelesoffice. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned practitioner to handle sophisticated employment litigation and advisory matters for a diverse client base.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in California, in good standing
• 9–12 years of substantive labor & employment experience
• Experience defending single-plaintiff employment litigation matters, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour, andreasonable accommodation claims
• Experience handling Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) actions and employment class actions
• High proficiency in drafting and responding to pleadings and discovery
• High proficiency in drafting and arguing dispositive and discovery motions
• Experience taking and defending depositions, including plaintiff depositions and defense of corporate witnesses
• Experience advising clients on federal and California employment laws and regulations
• A modest portable book of business is preferred, but not required
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage matters from initial assessment through resolution
• Soft Skills: Strong research, writing, analytical, communication, case management, and client-relationship skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively

Key Responsibilities

• Defend employers in single-plaintiff employment matters, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage and hour disputes
• Handle PAGA andemployment-related class actions
• Manage litigation from inception to resolution, including strategy development, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and negotiation
• Advise clients regarding compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients to develop proactive workforce and litigation strategies

Why Join Us?

This position offers the opportunity to join a sophisticated national labor and employment practice known for its deep bench, strong client relationships, andsupportive culture. As Counsel, you will have the autonomy to lead matters while benefiting from the resources of a full-service firm. The practice emphasizes professional development, hands-on litigation experience, and meaningful client engagement. For driven attorneys seeking to advance their career in a collaborative environment with opportunities to grow a book of business, this role provides an ideal platform for long-term success.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Expected annual base salary range of $280,000-$305,000, as determined by experience and market factors
• Eligibility for bonuses
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k); 529 college savings plan; paid parental leave; backup child and elder care support; family-building benefits; an employee assistance program; and commuter benefits

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.