Senior Employment Law Attorney

About the Role

A California employment defense practice is seeking a senior attorney to handle complex employer-side litigation and counseling. This role offers the opportunity to lead matters, mentor junior attorneys, and help grow client relationships.

What You'll Do

• Defend employers in state and federal litigation involving FEHA, Title VII, wage and hour claims, and PAGA class actions.

• Manage cases from inception through resolution, including discovery, motions, and appearances before agencies such as the EEOC, CRD, and DLSE.

• Advise clients on workforce management, HR policies, and compliance with California employment laws.

• Develop client relationships and contribute to practice growth through existing and new business.

• Lead case strategy and supervise and mentor junior associates.

• Handle employment matters for technology companies and middle-market businesses.

What We're Looking For

• At least 8 years of post-JD experience in California employer-side employment litigation.

• Active California Bar membership and a JD from an ABA-accredited law school.

• Demonstrated experience defending FEHA, PAGA, wage and hour, and class action matters, including complex cases.

• Experience with trade secret and unfair competition litigation, and appearances before the EEOC, CRD, or DLSE.

• Employment law experience that includes litigation and HR counseling.

• Employer-side practice background, with client origination and business development experience and a portable book of business.

• Experience at a mid-size regional firm or established employment law boutique, and ability to supervise and mentor junior attorneys.

• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $225,000 to $275,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

Remote role based in California, with the position associated with offices in San Jose, San Mateo, or Pleasanton.