Overview
The organization is seeking an experienced California-licensed Labor & Employment (PAGA) Attorney to support a well-regarded AmLaw 200 firm on a fully remote engagement basis. The engagement is ongoing with an immediate start, and hours are flexible. The firm is open to candidates who are available full-time or part-time, depending on preferences.
This Labor & Employment practice handles employer-side matters, including high-stakes wage and hour class actions and PAGA/representative actions, as well as single-plaintiff matters involving wrongful termination, harassment, discrimination, and retaliation. The engagement scope is intentionally flexible and may be shaped around the attorney’s strengths—ranging from behind-the-scenes litigation support (e.g., motions, discovery, case development) to more direct client contact, deposition work, and/or courtroom presence.
Responsibilities
- Handle or support wage and hour class actions, PAGA representative actions, and single-plaintiff employment litigation matters
- Draft and argue motions, oppositions, and related briefing in California state and federal court
- Manage written discovery, including propounding and responding to discovery requests and preparing discovery strategy
- Take and defend depositions; assist with deposition preparation and witness examination
- Support mediation preparation, participate in mediations, and contribute to settlement discussions
- Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit organization, witness preparation, and pretrial briefing (with opportunities for direct trial participation depending on experience and engagement scope)
- Advise on case strategy and risk; work with supervising partners and, where appropriate, client teams
- Handle routine court appearances and hearings as needed
Requirements
- California-licensed attorney in good standing with 4+ years of California labor and employment litigation experience
- Meaningful exposure to wage and hour class actions, PAGA/representative actions, and single-plaintiff matters
- Strong understanding of the full litigation lifecycle, from case assessment and pleadings through discovery, motion practice, mediation, and trial preparation
- Strong legal writing and analytical skills for complex, multi-party matters without sacrificing quality or efficiency
- Deposition experience (taking and/or defending) preferred
- Comfort with routine court appearances and hearings a plus
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment, managing concurrent assignments across multiple matters with minimal oversight
- Client-ready when needed, capable of representing the firm’s interests directly with employer clients when the role calls for it
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Outstanding references
Preferred Qualifications
- Deposition experience (taking and/or defending)
- Comfort with routine court appearances and hearings
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay (full-time annualized): $180,000 - $240,000
- Contract engagement pay: Based on multiple factors including work experience, qualifications, credentials, location, market supply/demand, and the candidate’s preference (each candidate’s pay rate affects the client bill rate which can affect the candidate’s competitiveness for the position)
- Benefits: In addition to salary, W2 employees are eligible for full benefits when working roles for 20 hours per week, including a Qualified 401k plan
- Additional benefits: Benefits-eligible employees receive complimentary Group Life, LTD and AD&D and professional liability insurance
- Attorney benefits: CLE and Professional Expense stipend
Location
- Fully remote (anywhere in US)
Position Details
- Type of Role: Engagement
- Schedule: Part-Time or Full-Time
Confidentiality
The organization will not propose candidates to prospective clients without prior consent. Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.