Senior Employment Law Attorney

About the Role

A regional law firm is seeking a senior California employment litigator to handle complex employer-side matters and advise clients on workplace compliance. This experienced attorney will lead cases, mentor junior associates, and contribute to the growth of the employment practice.

What You'll Do

• Defend employers in state and federal litigation involving FEHA and Title VII claims, wage and hour disputes, and PAGA and class actions.

• Manage cases from inception through resolution, including discovery, motions, and appearances before the EEOC, CRD, and DLSE.

• Advise clients on workforce management, HR policies, and compliance with California employment laws.

• Develop client relationships and business, while serving existing clients and building a portable book of business.

• Set 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 handling California employer-side employment litigation.

• Active California Bar membership and a JD from an ABA-accredited law school.

• Experience defending FEHA, PAGA, wage and hour, and other complex employment claims, including appearances before relevant agencies.

• Experience with trade secret and unfair competition litigation, as well as employment counseling.

• Demonstrated client development and origination experience, with at least a partial portable book of business.

• Prior experience at a mid-sized regional firm or employment law boutique is preferred; employee-side practice does not meet the role's requirements.

• Must have work authorization that does not require visa sponsorship.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $225,000 to $275,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

On-site in the San Francisco Bay Area, with offices in San Jose, San Mateo, and Pleasanton.