AMG is partnering with a global consumer products and entertainment company to identify a Contract Employment Attorney to support its in-house legal team. This role will focus on managing routine employment claims and litigation matters, including workers' compensation, wrongful termination, discrimination, and other employment-related disputes. The company is open to candidates with employer-side employment law experience, as well as litigators with a strong employment law background who can independently manage day-to-day employment matters.

Highlights

• Join a global toy, entertainment, and consumer products company with a broad international footprint.
• Gain meaningful in-house legal experience with direct exposure to employment law, litigation management, and employment counseling.
• High-visibility role with the opportunity to make an immediate impact while partnering with legal leadership, HR, and business stakeholders.
• Flexible contract structure with potential for a long-term or temp-to-hire opportunity.
• Hybrid work environment offering flexibility and collaboration.
• Competitive hourly compensation and hands-on responsibility from day one.

Position Details

• San Fernando Valley, CA (Hybrid 4:1)
• $82 - $101/hour, based on experience
• Opportunity to be considered for either a contract or full-time Employment Counsel position
• Contract arrangement open to both full-time and part-time schedules

Role Overview

• Manage routine employment claims and litigation matters, including workers' compensation, wrongful termination, discrimination, and related disputes.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, settlement agreements, and other litigation-related documents.
• Conduct legal research, assess risk, and develop case strategies.
• Advise HR and business stakeholders on employment law issues and risk mitigation.
• Coordinate with outside counsel and manage matters through resolution.

Next Steps

Apply today to learn more about this opportunity. All inquiries, applications, and candidate information will be held in the strictest confidence.