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Job description
About the Role
Join an established California law practice focused on employer-side employment law. You will lead complex litigation, advise clients on workplace matters, and help grow the practice through client development and mentorship.
What You'll Do
Defend employers in state and federal litigation involving FEHA and Title VII claims, wage and hour disputes, and PAGA and other class actions.
Manage cases from inception through resolution, including discovery, motions, and appearances before agencies such as the EEOC, CRD, and DLSE.
Advise clients on workforce management, HR policies, and California employment law compliance.
Develop client relationships and business, while serving existing clients and building a portable book of business.
Lead case strategy and supervise and mentor junior associates.
Handle trade secret and unfair competition matters as part of a varied employment litigation practice.
What We're Looking For
At least 8 years of post-JD experience defending employers in California employment litigation, including FEHA, PAGA, wage and hour, and class action matters.
Active California Bar membership and a JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
Experience in employer-side litigation as well as HR counseling, agency appearances, and complex employment matters.
Experience with trade secret and unfair competition litigation.
Demonstrated client origination and business development skills, including a portable book of business.
Experience at a mid-sized regional firm or established employment law boutique is relevant; this role is not suited to plaintiff-side or employee-side practitioners.
Must be authorized to work without visa sponsorship and willing to work from an office in the Bay Area.
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary: $225,000 to $275,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Location
On-site in the Bay Area, with office options in San Jose, San Mateo, or Pleasanton, California.