Labor & Employment Litigation Counsel

BCG Attorney Search; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Wellbeing program

Six months parental leave

Global mobility opportunities

Retirement benefits

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Los Angeles seeks an experienced Senior Counsel to join its Labor & Employment practice. The role offers direct client interaction, case management, courtroom advocacy, and trial experience within a sophisticated employment litigation environment.

You will manage 10-20 matters, investigate claims, draft pleadings, conduct depositions, and prepare cases for mediation and trial, including co-chairing trials with direct cross-examination.

Qualifications

• Significant labor and employment litigation experience representing employers.
• Public entity experience is strongly encouraged.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage litigation matters through all phases of the case lifecycle.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and communication skills.
• Strong oral advocacy, interpersonal skills, and ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a sophisticated caseload of 10-20 employment litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Investigate claims, prepare case strategies, and assess complaints filed in state and federal courts.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests, pleadings, and motions; conduct legal research using Westlaw.
• Take and defend expert and fact depositions; attend hearings and argue motions.
• Prepare cases for mediation and trial, including co-chairing trials with direct and cross-examination of witnesses.
• Provide strategic advice to clients on discipline, termination, and high-exposure public entity matters.

Skills

Depositions

Motions

Mediations

Court appearances

Legal research

Case management

Mentoring juniors

Oral advocacy

Interpersonal skills

Westlaw

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

Westlaw

Job description

A law firm seeks an experienced Senior Counsel attorney to join its growing Labor & Employment practice in Los Angeles. This role offers substantial opportunities for direct client interaction, case management, courtroom advocacy, and trial experience within a sophisticated employment litigation environment.

Duties

• Manage a sophisticated caseload of 10-20 employment litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Investigate claims, prepare case strategies, and assess complaints filed in state and federal courts.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests, pleadings, and motions; conduct legal research using Westlaw.
• Take and defend expert and fact depositions; attend hearings and argue motions.
• Prepare cases for mediation and trial, including co-chairing trials with direct and cross-examination of witnesses.
• Provide strategic advice to clients on discipline, termination, and high-exposure public entity matters.

Requirements

• Significant labor and employment litigation experience representing employers.
• Public entity experience is strongly encouraged.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage litigation matters through all phases of the case lifecycle.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and communication skills.
• Strong oral advocacy, interpersonal skills, and ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to the California Bar and in good standing.

Skills

• Extensive experience in handling depositions, motion practice, mediations, and court appearances.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.
• Experience in mentoring and guiding junior associates.
• Hybrid work flexibility with a balance between remote and in-office work.
• Flexible paid time off based on professional judgment.
• Performance bonuses, including a monthly bonus plan with potential earnings up to $2,000 per month.
• Student debt repayment with a non-taxable monthly payment of $250 toward qualified higher education loans.
• Referral rewards for introducing talented colleagues.
• Mentorship and career growth support through global training programs.
• Engaging culture with social events, volunteer initiatives, and professional development opportunities.
• Wellbeing benefits including $300 per calendar year for wellness activities and a dedicated Wellbeing Day.
• Inclusive parental leave providing six months fully paid for all parents.
• Global mobility program for client-facing events and international office exploration.
• Retirement benefits starting on day one with 100% vesting.

This firm is expanding on both a domestic and global level, making it a great place for anyone interested in getting in on the ground floor. The firm is committed to facilitating leaders in international commerce, trade, and insurance. Already the recipient of numerous distinguished awards in the Eastern Hemisphere, this firm can be expected to grow in statute and reputation in coming years.