Senior Counsel - Labor & Employment Litigation

Wealth Recruitment, LLC; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Six months paid parental leave

Student loan assistance

Wellness program $300 annually

Retirement benefits from day one

Global opportunities

Job summary

Wealth Recruitment, LLC is assisting a prestigious global law firm in California to hire a Senior Counsel for its Labor & Employment practice. The role targets an accomplished employment litigator with strong ownership of complex matters and leadership potential.

The Senior Counsel will develop litigation strategies, manage high-stakes disputes, and mentor junior attorneys while working with employers, corporations, and public entities in a collaborative, international environment.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school with a strong academic record.
• Active California Bar membership in good standing.
• Significant experience representing employers in labor and employment litigation.
• Proven ability to independently manage litigation from inception through resolution.
• Extensive experience with depositions, discovery, motions, mediations, and courtroom proceedings.
• Strong understanding of California employment laws, FEHA and federal statutes.
• Excellent legal research, writing, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex cases with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong leadership, client relationship management, and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead Complex Litigation: manage 10–20 employment matters from investigation to resolution.
• Drive Case Strategy: evaluate claims, develop strategies, provide business-focused solutions.
• Handle High-Level Litigation: draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and filings in state & federal courts.
• Advocate in Court: take/defend depositions, argue motions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Gain Meaningful Trial Experience: co-chair trials, jury selection, witness examinations, trial motions.
• Build Client Relationships: serve as trusted advisor to employers and public entities.
• Mentor Future Legal Leaders: guide junior attorneys and contribute to practice growth.

Skills

Complex litigation

Oral advocacy

Deposition experience

Client relations

Leadership

Mentoring

Strategic thinking

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Are you an accomplished Labor & Employment Litigation Attorney ready to take the next step in your career? Our client, a prestigious global law firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Counsel to join its expanding Labor & Employment practice in California.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned employment litigator who thrives on complex, high-stakes litigation and enjoys taking ownership of sophisticated legal matters. You'll represent employers, corporations, and public entities while working alongside talented attorneys in a collaborative, internationally recognized legal environment.

With significant autonomy, direct client relationships, meaningful courtroom experience, and opportunities to co-chair trials, this position offers the ideal combination of professional challenge, leadership, and career advancement.

What You'll Do

As Senior Counsel, you'll play a critical role in developing litigation strategies, managing complex employment disputes, and delivering exceptional legal representation.

• Lead Complex Litigation: Independently manage approximately 10-20 sophisticated employment litigation matters from initial investigation through resolution.
• Drive Case Strategy: Evaluate claims, assess exposure, develop litigation strategies, and provide practical, business-focused legal solutions.
• Handle High-Level Litigation: Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, discovery responses, and substantive legal filings in California state and federal courts.
• Advocate in Court: Take and defend depositions, argue motions, attend hearings, and represent clients in mediations and trial proceedings.
• Gain Meaningful Trial Experience: Co-chair trials, participate in jury selection, conduct witness examinations, and manage trial motions and submissions.
• Build Client Relationships: Serve as a trusted advisor to employers and public entities, providing strategic guidance throughout the litigation process.
• Mentor Future Legal Leaders: Support and guide junior attorneys while contributing to the continued growth of the practice.

• strategic guidance throughout the litigation process.
• Mentor Future Legal Leaders: Support and guide junior attorneys while contributing to the continued growth of the practice.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a confident, strategic, and highly skilled employment litigator who can independently handle complex matters while delivering exceptional client service.

Required Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school with a strong academic record.
• Active California Bar membership in good standing.
• Significant experience representing employers in labor and employment litigation.
• Proven ability to independently manage litigation from inception through resolution.
• Extensive experience with depositions, discovery, dispositive motions, mediations, and courtroom proceedings.
• Strong understanding of California employment laws, including FEHA, and applicable federal employment statutes.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex cases while maintaining outstanding attention to detail.
• Strong leadership, client relationship management, and mentoring abilities.

Highly Preferred:

• Experience representing public entities in employment litigation.
• Substantial courtroom and trial preparation experience.
• Demonstrated success managing sophisticated, high-exposure employment disputes.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This isn't just another litigation position. It's an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing practice while enjoying the resources, reputation, and professional opportunities of a global law firm.

What Makes This Role Exceptional:

• Competitive Compensation: Base salary of $230,000-$275,000, based on experience and qualifications.
• Additional Earning Potential: Annual performance-based bonuses and a monthly bonus program offering up to $2,000 per month.
• Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a combination of remote work and in-office collaboration.
• Meaningful Litigation Experience: Take ownership of sophisticated cases with substantial courtroom exposure and opportunities to co-chair trials.
• Work-Life Balance: A firm culture that prioritizes flexibility, attorney well-being, and long-term career satisfaction.
• Generous Parental Leave: Six months of fully paid parental leave.
• Student Loan Assistance: Eligible attorneys may receive $250 per month toward qualifying student loans.
• Wellness Support: $300 annually for eligible wellness activities, plus a dedicated Wellbeing Day.
• Retirement Benefits: Retirement benefits beginning on day one, with immediate vesting.
• Global Opportunities: Access to international offices, professional networking, and client-facing events throughout North America.
• Career Development: Ongoing mentorship, leadership opportunities, and professional training within a respected global practice.