Our client is seeking a California employment lawyer for a practice spanning class and individual litigation, PAGA matters, and practical workplace counseling. The role brings together hands-on case responsibility and advice on the policies, compensation practices, and workforce decisions that shape employers’ day-to-day operations.
The Work
- Manage litigation tasks in class action and single-plaintiff matters, including legal research, drafting, case development, and other litigation-related work.
- Defend claims involving alleged meal and rest period violations, unpaid wages or bonuses, off-the-clock work, and worker misclassification.
- Work on class and collective actions and PAGA claims, as well as disputes involving harassment, discrimination, retaliation, breach of contract, and wrongful termination.
- Provide day-to-day advice and counsel to a wide range of clients on employment issues and applicable state and federal requirements.
- Draft and negotiate employment, termination, severance, and related agreements, and advise on reductions in force.
- Counsel 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.
- Admitted to practice in California and holds a JD.
- Strong knowledge of state and federal employment laws, including wage-and-hour laws, the California Labor Code, and discrimination laws.
- Experience handling employment matters in state and federal courts and before agencies.
- Experience defending class and collective actions and PAGA claims.
- Trial experience, with strong legal research, analytical, writing, and persuasive communication skills.
- Sound professional and business judgment, attention to detail, and organizational skills; able to manage competing demands and deadlines.
- Able to work collaboratively and independently and communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
Why Consider It
Build a practice that combines substantive employment litigation with regular client counseling on workplace policies, compensation, agreements, and workforce changes.
The position offers responsibility across varied claim types and client issues.
The work arrangement includes regular in-office presence with some flexibility to work from home.
Compensation & Benefits
The firm-stated annual hiring range is $235,000–$365,000, depending on qualifications, and benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance and a 401(k).
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.