Our client is seeking an employment lawyer to handle a varied mix of California workplace litigation and practical counseling. The work spans high-stakes class, collective, PAGA, and individual claims, as well as the employment decisions and policies that help clients address issues in their day-to-day operations.
The Work
- Manage litigation tasks for class action and single-plaintiff employment matters, including research, drafting, and other case responsibilities.
- Assist in defending class and collective actions and PAGA claims involving wage-and-hour allegations such as meal and rest period violations, unpaid wages or bonuses, off-the-clock work, and misclassification.
- Work on claims involving harassment, discrimination, retaliation, breach of contract, and wrongful termination in state and federal courts and before agencies.
- Provide day-to-day employment advice and counseling to a broad range of clients on California workplace issues.
- Draft and negotiate employment, termination, severance, and related agreements, and advise on reductions in force.
- Counsel clients on restrictive covenants, employee mobility, compensation practices, commission plans, employee policies and training, and leave practices.
What You Bring
- At least two years of labor and employment experience, including both litigation and advice-and-counsel work.
- Admission to practice law in California.
- Strong knowledge of state and federal employment laws, including the California Labor Code, wage-and-hour requirements, and discrimination laws.
- Experience with employment litigation in state and federal court and before agencies, including defense of class and collective actions and PAGA claims.
- Trial experience, along with strong legal research, analytical, drafting, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, sound professional judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Why Consider It
This role offers a substantive blend of employment litigation and direct client counseling, with exposure to class and collective actions, PAGA claims, individual disputes, and a broad range of workplace advice.
The stated hiring range is $235,000–$365,000 per year, depending on qualifications.
Compensation & Benefits
The position also includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k), and a hybrid arrangement with regular in-office presence and some flexibility to work from home.
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.