Senior Employment Attorney

Orion Placement; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

A dynamic law firm in Pasadena, CA is seeking an experienced attorney to manage employment law and business litigation cases. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in this area, a California Bar license, and the ability to independently handle a full caseload. This full-time role offers hybrid flexibility and a supportive, collaborative working environment focused on client success.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of employment law and business law experience.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage caseloads.
• Strong litigation experience, including full case ownership through trial.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full caseload of employment and business litigation matters with minimal oversight.
• Handle all phases of employment litigation, from initial complaint through trial.
• Provide proactive advice and counsel to business clients on a wide range of employment law issues.

Skills

Strong litigation experience

Excellent communication skills

Client-management skills

Education

California Bar license

10+ years of employment law and business law experience

Job description

Pay: $250,000.00 - $300,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected boutique law firm that empowers businesses to thrive and stay compliant in California.
• Handle meaningful, high-impact employment law and business litigation matters with autonomy and trust.
• Work with a supportive, highly collaborative, woman-owned law firm committed to excellence and long-term business success.
• Enjoy hybrid flexibility that allows you to balance in-office collaboration with focused remote work.
• Step into a growth-driven environment this is an expansion hire, not replacing anyone.
• Contribute directly to helping California businesses navigate employment laws confidently.

Location

Hybrid role based in Pasadena, CA, offering a blend of meaningful in-office collaboration and flexible work-from-home days.

Note

Candidates must have 10+ years of experience in employment law and business law, with the ability to independently manage a full caseload from complaint through trial.

About Our Client

Our client is a dynamic, woman-owned boutique law firm dedicated to protecting and defending California businesses. They specialize in employment law, business litigation, and corporate work, representing a wide range of companies from startups and family-owned businesses to large corporations. Known for exceptional communication, adaptability, professionalism, and personalized attention, they pride themselves on helping clients operate confidently and compliantly.

Job Description

• Manage a full caseload of employment and business litigation matters with minimal oversight.
• Handle all phases of employment litigation, from initial complaint through trial.
• Provide proactive advice and counsel to business clients on a wide range of employment law issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and trial-related materials.
• Communicate regularly with clients, ensuring clarity, responsiveness, and practical guidance.
• Collaborate with a tight-knit team of attorneys who value communication, professionalism, and adaptability.
• Support business clients with long-term compliance strategies and legal solutions that align with their goals.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of employment law and business law experience.
• Strong litigation experience, including full case ownership through trial.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage caseloads.
• Excellent communication and client-management skills.
• California Bar license required.
• Ability to work hybrid with periodic in-office presence.

Why Youll Love Working Here

• A values-driven culture anchored in enthusiasm, adaptability, communication, and professionalism.
• A mission-oriented team that protects business owners the backbone of Californias economy.
• A woman-owned, certified WBE/WOSB firm with a collaborative, supportive, growth-focused environment.
• Leadership that invests deeply in client relationships and attorney development.
• A workplace that blends high professional standards with genuine team camaraderie.

JPC-480

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance