Employment Law Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Employment Law Attorney

Title: Employment Law Attorney-Defemse

Salary: $180k-$225k/yr

Location: Remote in CA

Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled Employment Law Attorney to provide high-quality legal counsel and representation to employers and employees on complex workplace matters. The attorney will manage litigation and pre-litigation claims, advise on compliance with wage-and-hour laws, California PAGA matters, FEHA discrimination claims, employee handbooks and policies, and guide clients through dispute resolution. The role requires strong litigation experience, excellent client communication, and the ability to develop practical strategies that minimize exposure and achieve favorable outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent employers and employees in employment litigation, including state and federal court matters, arbitration, and administrative proceedings.
• Handle PAGA claims and related representative actions, including pre-filing notices, tolling agreements, and settlement negotiations.
• Advise clients on Wage & Hour disputes, including class and representative actions, exemptions, meal and rest period compliance, wage statements, and payroll practices.
• Counsel on FEHA (Fair Employment and Housing Act) matters, including discrimination, harassment, and reasonable accommodation claims.
• Draft, review, and update employee handbooks, policies, employment agreements, severance agreements, and independent contractor agreements to ensure compliance with current law.
• Conduct internal investigations into allegations of workplace misconduct and provide remedial recommendations and training.
• Develop litigation strategies, prepare pleadings, motions, discovery, take and defend depositions, and manage trial preparation and hearing presentations.
• Negotiate settlements, participate in mediations, and advise clients on risk assessment and exposure management.
• Provide practical compliance counseling and training for HR and management on employment law developments and best practices.
• Maintain client relationships, manage case budgets and billing, and coordinate with outside counsel when necessary.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and membership in good standing with the state bar.
• California bar admission preferred (or admission to relevant state bar where practice will occur).
• Minimum 3-5 years of litigation experience in employment law, with demonstrated experience in PAGA and Wage & Hour matters.
• Substantial experience handling FEHA claims, discrimination and harassment litigation, and internal workplace investigations.
• Proven courtroom experience, including drafting motions, taking depositions, and arguing hearings or trials.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills, including experience preparing handbooks, policies, agreements, and settlement documents.
• Excellent client-facing skills with the ability to explain complex legal issues in practical terms.
• Ability to manage a caseload, prioritize tasks, and work independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Experience working with employers and employees on compliance counseling, training, and policy development.

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. CyberCoders will consider for Employment in the City of Los Angeles qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance.This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 07/07/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter .  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at  View email address on ziprecruiter.com to make arrangements.

Salary

$180000 - $225000 USD per year