Senior Employment Counsel — Hybrid Litigation Leader

Accounting Search; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Performance-based bonuses

Student debt repayment

Mentorship and career development

Job summary

Accounting Search is seeking a Senior Counsel Attorney for its Labor & Employment practice in California. The role focuses on handling high-exposure employment litigation for employers, corporations, and public entities, with substantial responsibility for case strategy and client interaction.

The candidate will manage 10–20 matters, mentor associates, and participate in court hearings and trials. Hybrid work and growth opportunities are highlighted in this senior role.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school with a strong academic record.
• Active California Bar admission in good standing.
• Background in labor and employment litigation representing employers.
• Public entity representation strongly preferred.
• Ability to independently manage litigation through all phases.
• Substantial proficiency handling depositions, motions, mediations, and court appearances.
• Strong knowledge of California employment law including FEHA and federal statutes.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and communication skills.
• Strong oral advocacy and interpersonal capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple sophisticated matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to mentoring and guiding junior associates.

Responsibilities

• Manage a sophisticated caseload of approximately 10–20 employment litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Investigate claims, evaluate exposure, and develop case strategies.
• Analyze complaints filed in state and federal courts and prepare responses.
• Draft and respond to written discovery and oversee document review/production.
• Conduct substantive legal research and analysis.
• Take and defend expert and fact witness depositions.
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, and other court filings.
• Attend court hearings and argue motions.
• Prepare pretrial and trial submissions.
• Develop cases for mediation and trial and participate in both.
• Maintain direct communication with clients regarding strategy and updates.
• Co-chair matters proceeding to trial, including cross-examination of witnesses.
• Provide mentorship to junior attorneys.

Skills

California employment law

Litigation management

Deposition experience

Courtroom advocacy

Mentoring junior attorneys

Oral advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

California Bar admission

Job description

Accounting Search is seeking a Senior Counsel Attorney for its Labor & Employment practice in California. The role focuses on handling high-exposure employment litigation for employers, corporations, and public entities, with substantial responsibility for case strategy and client interaction.

The candidate will manage 10–20 matters, mentor associates, and participate in court hearings and trials. Hybrid work and growth opportunities are highlighted in this senior role.