Attorney

Overview

The organization is seeking an experienced Employment Litigation Attorney to independently manage California employment law matters from filing through resolution.

This is a full-time, fully remote role focused on meaningful case ownership across litigation strategy, client communication, discovery, motion practice, depositions, negotiations, and resolution.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM PST (flexible)

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of California employment litigation matters from filing through resolution.
• Develop and execute litigation strategies based on the facts and objectives of each case.
• Handle written discovery and take and defend depositions.
• Draft complaints, motions, briefs, settlement demands, and other substantive legal documents.
• Prepare for and participate in mediations, settlement conferences, court appearances, and negotiations.
• Communicate directly with clients and keep them informed throughout the litigation process.
• Supervise assigned law clerks and provide direction on case-related work.
• Manage deadlines and case progression while collaborating with leadership on litigation strategy.

Requirements

• Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar.
• 5+ years of California employment litigation experience, plaintiff-side or defense-side.
• Proven ability to independently manage litigation matters from intake through resolution.
• Strong legal writing, motion practice, and litigation strategy skills.
• Experience taking and defending depositions.
• Strong working knowledge of FEHA and California employment law.
• Availability to work a full-time schedule aligned with PST business hours.
• Professional remote workspace, reliable high-speed internet, and availability for occasional travel within California.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with class action litigation.
• Experience with PAGA matters.
• Experience using legal case management systems.
• Experience supervising paralegals, law clerks, or other legal support staff.

Location

Remote (California Employment Law)