Employment Counsel - Remote and Reduced Hours

Overview

An established labor and employment law firm is seeking an experienced employment attorney for a flexible, remote role focused on defending employers in employment litigation. This position offers a lower billable hours target than full-time shareholder track roles and does not require administrative or client-development responsibilities associated with partnership.

Responsibilities

• Defend employers in single and multi-plaintiff employment litigation cases primarily in California
• Develop defense strategies and perform legal research
• Draft pleadings and dispositive motions
• Manage discovery activities including motion practice
• Take and defend depositions
• Argue motions and participate in mediations, trials, and other in-person litigation proceedings

Requirements

• Active and good standing license to practice law in California and the state of residence
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant litigation experience, either in-house or at a law firm
• Excellent analytical, writing, and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and dedication to client service
• High level of self-motivation, accountability, and responsiveness due to remote work
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with attorneys, administrative staff, and clients
• Must reside in Southern California

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $165,000 to $181,500, adjusted based on experience, location, and other factors in compliance with California Senate Bill 1162
• Comprehensive training and development programs including an annual attorney retreat
• CLE and bar admission expense reimbursement
• Competitive annual bonus programs
• 401(k) plan
• Affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for dependent care and health care expenses
• Employee assistance program
• Back-up childcare program
• Paid parental leave on-ramping program

Additional Information

• The role is fully remote but includes participation in an annual all-attorney retreat
• The employer considers applicants with criminal histories consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring
• No outside recruiters are involved in this hiring process

Location

• Southern California (remote work)

Equal Opportunity Employer.