Senior Counsel: Labor & Employment Litigator (Hybrid)

Tom Trese Networking LLC; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Flexibility

Performance Bonuses

Student Debt Repayment

Wellness Benefits

Parental Leave

Global Mobility

Retirement Benefits

Job summary

Global Law Firm in Los Angeles/Irvine, CA, seeks a Senior Counsel to join its Labor & Employment practice. The attorney will handle high-exposure employment litigation for employers, with significant case strategy, client interaction, and trial opportunities.

Ideal candidates have a JD, active CA Bar, and proven experience in labor and employment litigation for employers, including public entities. Hybrid work arrangement and strong mentorship opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school with a strong academic record
• Active California Bar admission in good standing
• Significant background in labor and employment litigation representing employers
• Public entity representation strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage litigation through all phases of the case lifecycle
• Substantial proficiency handling depositions, motion practice, mediations, and court appearances
• Strong knowledge of California employment law, including FEHA and federal employment statutes
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and communication skills
• Strong oral advocacy and interpersonal capabilities
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple sophisticated matters in a fast-paced environment
• Proven ability to mentor junior associates

Responsibilities

• Manage a sophisticated caseload of approximately 10–20 employment litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Investigate claims, evaluate potential exposure, and develop comprehensive case-handling strategies
• Analyze complaints filed in California state and federal courts and prepare appropriate responses
• Draft and respond to written discovery and oversee document review and production
• Attend court hearings and argue motions
• Develop cases for mediation and trial and participate in both

Skills

JD

California Bar

Labor & Employment litigation

Public entity representation

Case management

Oral advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Global Law Firm in Los Angeles/Irvine, CA, seeks a Senior Counsel to join its Labor & Employment practice. The attorney will handle high-exposure employment litigation for employers, with significant case strategy, client interaction, and trial opportunities.

Ideal candidates have a JD, active CA Bar, and proven experience in labor and employment litigation for employers, including public entities. Hybrid work arrangement and strong mentorship opportunities are offered.