Employment Law Attorney

Employment Law Attorney – California

Join a well-established, plaintiff-side employment law firm representing employees in complex, high-stakes workplace matters throughout California. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced attorney to handle sophisticated litigation with the autonomy to work remotely or in a hybrid capacity, all within a collaborative and supportive culture that encourages professional growth.

Employment Law Attorney Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonuses and long-term advancement opportunities
• Flexible hybrid or fully remote work arrangements within California
• Supportive, collegial, and professional team environment
• Direct exposure to complex, high-impact employment litigation

Employment Law Attorney Requirements & Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active California Bar license in good standing
• Minimum 3 years of California plaintiff-side employment law or employment litigation experience
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage a single-plaintiff caseload
• Direct experience handling discrimination, retaliation, or wrongful termination cases
• Experience litigating in California Superior Courts and U.S. District Courts
• Excellent client communication and organizational skills

Employment Law Attorney Preferred Background & Skills

• Trial preparation or trial experience
• Experience in high-growth or fast-moving law firms
• Spanish-speaking ability

Employment Law Attorney Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Manage California plaintiff-side employment matters from intake through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery for state and federal court cases
• Conduct and defend depositions under the California Code of Civil Procedure
• Prepare and respond to discovery requests, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Appear at mediations, settlement conferences, and hearings
• Prepare cases for arbitration and trial in various California forums
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and subject matter experts

If you are a dedicated employment litigator seeking meaningful autonomy and growth in a respected California firm, this could be your next career step.