Multiple Locations (San Francisco, Los Angeles) - Labor & Employment Counsel

Reed Smith LLP; San Francisco (CA); In loco; USD 350.000 - 450.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

401k Plan

Medical

Health Savings Account

Virtual Health

Dental

Vision

Accident

Hospital indemnity

Critical illness

Life insurance

Short term disability

Long term disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Lyra Health EAP

Paid Family Leave

Transportation benefit

Back-up Child Care

College Savings Plan

College Coach

Pet insurance

Paid sick time

Vacation time

Excess Liability Insurance

Descrizione del lavoro

Reed Smith LLP is seeking an experienced Counsel for its Labor & Employment practice in San Francisco or Los Angeles. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of eight years of employment litigation experience, adeptly manage a full caseload, and provide mentorship to junior lawyers. This role includes significant client interaction and aims to foster a collaborative environment. The range for total compensation is between $350,000 - $450,000. Comprehensive benefits include a 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, and more.

Competenze

• At least eight years of employment litigation experience required.
• Significant deposition and courtroom experience essential.
• Strong project management and multitasking skills necessary.

Mansioni

• Oversee all phases of litigation as lead or day-to-day case manager.
• Supervise associates and serve as primary client contact.
• Contribute to business development and client relationships.

Conoscenze

Employment litigation experience

Managing caseloads

Project management

Client relationship management

Counseling experience

Formazione

Active member of the California bar

Descrizione del lavoro

The Labor & Employment practice group seeks an experienced counsel to join its San Francisco or Los Angeles office. Candidates should have at least eight years of employment litigation experience, including substantial work on single plaintiff matters and wage and hour class actions. Candidates must be an active member of the California bar.

This role is suited for a senior attorney capable of independently managing a full caseload, leading case strategy, and mentoring junior lawyers. The position offers significant client contact and the opportunity to help grow a collaborative, high‑performing practice.

Responsibilities

Oversee all phases of litigation; serve as lead or day‑to‑day case manager; supervise associates and staff; and act as a primary client contact. Demonstrate strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously. Significant deposition and courtroom experience is required, including arguing motions and handling hearings. Experience with employment advice and counseling is preferred. Contribute to business development and client relationship growth.

Compensation & Benefits

Reed Smith offers a challenging work environment and a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, flexible benefits program, tuition assistance, and generous 401(k) plan.

$350,000 - $450,000. This represents the presently‑anticipated low and high end of Reed Smith’s pay range for this position. Actual pay may vary based on various factors, including but not limited to location and experience.

Reed Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer with Core Values of Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork & Respect, Innovation, and Impact. Reed Smith also provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with law, including in the application and interview process.

Benefits

• 401k Plan
• Medical
• Health Savings Account
• Virtual Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Accident
• Hospital indemnity
• Critical illness
• Life insurance
• Short term disability
• Long term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Lyra Health EAP
• Paid Family Leave
• College Savings Plan
• Transportation benefit
• Back‑up Child Care
• College Coach
• Pet insurance
• Paid sick time
• Vacation time
• Excess Liability Insurance