Labor & Employment Defense Attorney

Job Juncture; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 240,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading Amlaw 100 law firm as a Senior Counsel in Labor & Employment, where your expertise in California law will be valued. This prestigious firm offers a collaborative culture that emphasizes mentorship, growth, and well-being. With a strong reputation and a diverse clientele, you will have the opportunity to work on significant cases and make a meaningful impact. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary, all while being part of a team that supports your professional journey. This is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career in a respected environment.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health savings account

Retirement savings program

Employee assistance program

Child and elder care resources

529 college savings plan

Short and long-term disability coverage

Commuter benefit program

Qualifications

• 9-12 years of litigation experience in California labor law.
• Licensed to practice law in California and in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Handle litigation from start to finish independently.
• Draft and respond to pleadings and discovery.

Skills

California labor and employment law expertise

Litigation experience

Research and writing skills

Experience with PAGA

Ability to work independently

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Job description

A leading Amlaw 100 law firm with over 900 attorneys nationwide seeks to hire Senior Counsel for either their Los Angeles or San Francisco Labor & Employment practice. L&E Counsel will have around nine (9) to twelve (12) years of litigation on behalf of corporations, companies and employers in labor disputes and negotiations and claims made against employers.
The role offers up to a maximum of about $300,000 in salary, although it is It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for any position.
(Laterals' salaries are commensurate with experience).

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Health, dental, and vision insurance, a health savings account, medical and dependent care spending accounts, commuter benefit program, basic and supplemental life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance, family building benefits, short and long-term disability coverage, a retirement savings program, financial well-being resources, annual flu shots, employee assistance program, child and elder care resources or referral services, 529 college savings plan, and voluntary benefits such as long-term care insurance.

Equity Partners are not eligible to participate in the medical spending, dependent care spending or commuter benefits program

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree required with a strong academic record highly desired.
• Licensed to practice law in the State of California and in good standing.
• Nine (9) to twelve (12) years practicing California labor and employment law.
• Proven experience with the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA), a law unique to California thus emphasizing the need for California employment law expertise.
• Experience in defending against employers' claims of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour, reasonable accommodation or mass tort/class actions.
• Ability to work cases from start to finish, independently with strong research and writing skills.
• Experience drafting and responding to initial pleadings and discovery.
• Experience drafting and arguing motions including dispositive and discovery motions.
• Strong investigative aptitude in deposition with plaintiffs and third-party or company witnesses.
• Litigation and acute knowledge of Federal laws and regulations.

Any size of portable business is ideal while the understanding and desire to build one is a part of the firm's culture

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

This firm is extraordinarily recognized for it's reputation in the United States as among best law firms to work for and ranked in the top 8% of law firms in it's service to clientele, ranging from innovative startups to established industry leaders and pracitcing across a broad spectrum of practice areas.

Intellect and dedication are valued, growth is actively supported, and well-being is paramount with our client. Join a collaborative culture where expertise is shared, mentorship is embraced, and individual contributions drive collective success.

Salary Type : Annual Salary

Salary Min : $ 240000

Salary Max : $ 290000

Currency Type : USD

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