California Employment Litigation Attorney. (Remote)

Overview

An experienced employment litigation attorney is sought for a long-term contract engagement with a California-based boutique law firm. This remote role is ideal for attorneys with at least 3 years of experience in California labor and employment litigation who prefer a collaborative environment without the traditional billable hour pressures.

Responsibilities

• Provide labor and employment litigation defense in single-plaintiff cases
• Manage time-sensitive labor and employment issues with responsiveness and client guidance

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience practicing employment law and employment litigation
• Prior experience in labor and employment litigation defense (single plaintiff)
• Licensed to practice law in California
• Excellent academic credentials from an ABA-accredited law school
• Strong analytical, written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding professional references

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the labor and employment practice group of a large law firm, a well-regarded employment law boutique, or a major corporate legal department

Position Details

• Role type: Contract Counsel
• Schedule: Full-time (30+ hours per week)
• Location: Remote (must hold California Bar license)

Compensation & Benefits

• Annualized pay range: $150,000 to $200,000 (full-time equivalent)
• Pay is determined by factors including experience, qualifications, location, and market conditions
• Benefits available for those working 20+ hours per week, including group medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Complimentary group life, long-term disability (LTD), and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Qualified 401(k) plan
• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) and professional expense stipend for benefits-eligible attorneys

Confidentiality

Candidates will not be proposed to clients without prior consent. Selected candidates will be contacted for further consideration.

Location

Remote position requiring California Bar licensure.