Law Firm Partner- Employment Law

TEEMA; Orange (CA); Remote; USD 230,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA is seeking a Law Firm Partner specializing in employment law and PAGA claims. This role involves overseeing PAGA claims, providing expert legal counsel on compliance issues, and fostering client relationships in a largely remote environment. Competitive salary plus benefits include healthcare, unlimited PTO, and quarterly bonuses.

Benefits

Healthcare- medical, dental and vision

401k

PTO & paid sick days- unlimited

11 firmwide holidays

150/mo for phone stipend

Qualifications

• Must hold a CA license and be in good standing with the State Bar.
• Defense side and trial experience preferred.
• Must have knowledge of PAGA claims.

Responsibilities

• Manage PAGA claims and oversee legal filings.
• Provide counsel on compliance with California labor laws.
• Supervise junior attorneys and ensure quality legal work.

Skills

Defense side experience

Knowledge of class/PAGA inclusive

Trial experience

Education

CA licensure

Member, State Bar of California in good standing

Job description

Job Title: Law Firm Partner, PAGA

Job ID: 78702

Location: CA- 90% remote

Overview: Job Opportunity for Employment Law Partner with PAGA experience to work with reputable mid-sized CA firm & oversee streamlined practice

What you will be doing:

• Manage and oversee PAGA claims, including class action-style lawsuits, ensuring strategic development, legal filings & representation in settlement negotiations or trial.
• Monitor and manage discovery, working with teams to gather evidence, deposing key witnesses, & preparing for hearings or trials.

• Provide counsel on compliance with California labor laws, conduct audits, and advise clients on best practices to mitigate PAGA risks and prevent future claims.
• Assist clients in developing and implementing policies related to wage and hour issues, employee classification, and meal/rest break compliance.
• Evaluate and advise on the impact of new legislation or case law affecting PAGA claims, ensuring clients stay ahead of regulatory changes.

• Foster and expand client relationships, offer ongoing legal support, identifying opportunities for business development within the PAGA practice area.
• Develop and deliver presentations, workshops, or training on PAGA compliance and litigation to current and prospective clients.
• Cultivate new client leads through networking, industry events, and leveraging the firm’s reputation in employment law.

• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and staff, ensuring high-quality work and providing guidance on PAGA-related legal matters.
• Review and approve legal work, including motions, pleadings, and discovery responses, to ensure compliance and quality.
• Foster a collaborative work environment, encouraging professional growth and ensuring that team members stay up-to-date with PAGA developments and strategies.

What you must have:

• CA licensure
• Defense side experience
• Knowledge of class/PAGA inclusive
• Member, State Bar of California in good standing
• Trial experience preferred

Salary/Rate Range: $230k-300k+ DOE

• Quarterly bonuses available for hitting billables, and/or forexceeding billables

Benefits:

• Healthcare- medical, dental and vision
• 401k
• PTO & paid sick days- unlimited
• 11 firmwide holidays
• 150/mo for phone stipend

Other Information:

• 1730 billables
• Voted amazing workplace
• Great support system in a largely remote environment

For more information about TEEMA and to consider other career opportunities,
please visit our website at www.teemagroup.com