A leading consumer products and entertainment company in the San Fernando Valley is seeking an experienced attorney to provide immediate support for its litigation team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in employment litigation, general litigation, or a combination of both, and be comfortable managing a steady volume of routine employment-related claims and disputes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage employment-related claims, including wrongful termination, workplace disputes, and workers' compensation matters.
• Handle litigation matters from inception through resolution, including case assessment, strategy development, discovery, motion practice, and settlement negotiations.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation-related documents.
• Advise internal stakeholders on employment and litigation risks.
• Support state and federal court proceedings, mediations, arbitrations, and depositions.
• Collaborate with outside counsel and internal business partners as needed.
• Assist with risk management and dispute resolution strategies.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active California Bar membership.
• 6-10+ years of litigation experience required
• Experience managing wrongful termination, workers' compensation, and other employment-related claims preferred.
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information:

• Compensation: $80.00 - $100.00/hour depending on experience
• Immediate opportunity with a well-established in-house legal team.
• Potential for long-term or permanent employment.
• Flexible schedule considerations, including part-time options and hybrid work schedules.
• Exposure to a diverse range of litigation and employment matters.

If you're an experienced litigation or employment attorney looking for a dynamic in-house opportunity, we'd love to hear from you!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.