Our client, a well-respected California law firm, is seeking a Labor & Employment Attorney to join its growing employment practice. This role offers the opportunity to represent employers in complex litigation and labor matters while also providing strategic day-to-day counseling on workplace issues.

The successful candidate will have experience defending employers in California employment disputes and will enjoy working closely with clients to provide practical, business-focused legal solutions.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active California Bar membership in good standing
• 2-8 years of labor and employment law experience
• Experience handling California wage and hour matters
• Experience defending PAGA claims
• Employment litigation defense experience
• Strong academic record
• Meaningful litigation experience for mid-level associates
• Trial experience preferred but not required for junior-level candidates
• Team-oriented mindset with the flexibility to assist on commercial litigation matters when needed
• Exceptional research, writing, communication, and client counseling skills

Responsibilities

Employment Litigation & Defense

• Defend employers in:
• Wage and hour disputes
• PAGA actions
• Harassment, discrimination, and retaliation claims
• Complex class actions
• Prevailing wage enforcement matters
• Union grievances and labor disputes

Administrative Proceedings

• Represent clients before:
• California Labor Commissioner
• National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)
• California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA)

Counseling & Advisory Work

• Provide advice and counsel regarding:
• Employment law compliance
• Workplace investigations and counseling
• Employee handbooks and policies
• Employment agreements and contract drafting
• Management and HR training programs

Litigation Support

• Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex employment law issues
• Manage written discovery and e-discovery
• Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials
• Develop practical, cost-conscious legal strategies aligned with client business objectives
• Collaborate with partners and colleagues on all aspects of case management

Why Join?

• Broad mix of litigation and counseling work
• Opportunity to handle sophisticated California employment matters
• Direct client interaction and responsibility
• Strong mentorship and professional growth opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive firm culture

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.