Lead Counsel, Labor & Employment — Attorney III

California Department of Industrial Relations; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

California Department of Industrial Relations in Los Angeles seeks an Attorney III to represent the LCO as lead counsel for the Retaliation Complaint Investigation unit. The role advises the Labor Commissioner and public agencies on employment law, handling litigation, negotiations, hearings, and legal research.

Travel and a strong commitment to labor rights are required. The position supports a hybrid work environment and offers responsibilities across high-profile matters with potential

Qualifications

• Active membership in the California State Bar.
• SOQ required as part of the application package.
• Ability to travel as needed for cases and assignments.
• Experience advising public agencies on employment law.

Responsibilities

• Represent the LCO and act as lead counsel for the Retaliation Complaint Investigation unit.
• Advise the Labor Commissioner and other public agencies on California employment law.
• Perform litigation, negotiations, hearings, and legal research; draft legal opinions.
• Lead or mentor lower-level attorney staff and manage a substantial workload.

Skills

Litigation

Negotiations

Legal research

Legal writing

Education

Active California State Bar

Job description

California Department of Industrial Relations in Los Angeles seeks an Attorney III to represent the LCO as lead counsel for the Retaliation Complaint Investigation unit. The role advises the Labor Commissioner and public agencies on employment law, handling litigation, negotiations, hearings, and legal research.

Travel and a strong commitment to labor rights are required. The position supports a hybrid work environment and offers responsibilities across high-profile matters with potential