Senior Associate - Employment Law

Are you an accomplished employment attorney who thrives on handling sophisticated workplace disputes and taking ownership of your cases from start to finish? Do you enjoy the challenge of navigating complex employment litigation while working alongside talented attorneys who value excellence, collaboration, and professional growth? Are you looking for a firm where your contributions are recognized, your expertise is respected, and your career can continue to advance? If so, this may be the opportunity you've been searching for. Legal Opportunity Overview This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced employment litigator seeking a challenging and rewarding practice. The Senior Employment Attorney will independently manage a diverse docket of employment matters ranging from single‑plaintiff disputes to complex multi‑plaintiff litigation. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to handle substantive legal work, work directly with clients, and contribute to a highly regarded employment law practice known for delivering exceptional results. What You Will Lead Independently manage a diverse employment litigation caseload from inception through resolution. Handle a broad range of employment matters, including wage and hour litigation, FEHA claims, wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and other workplace disputes. Manage complex multi‑plaintiff and representative actions while also overseeing individual employment litigation matters. Draft and argue substantive motions, pleadings, briefs, and other litigation‑related filings. Develop case strategy, oversee discovery, conduct depositions, and participate in mediations, hearings, and trial preparation. Serve as a trusted advisor to employer clients by providing strategic guidance and practical risk‑management solutions. Collaborate closely with a talented and supportive team of employment attorneys dedicated to excellence and professional growth. Contribute to the continued success and development of the firm’s employment law practice. What You Bring Active California Bar license in good standing. 7+ years of employment law experience, with employment defense experience strongly preferred. Demonstrated success independently managing employment litigation matters. Significant experience handling wage and hour claims, FEHA matters, and other employment‑related disputes. Strong deposition, motion practice, mediation, and courtroom advocacy experience. Exceptional legal writing, analytical, and communication skills. Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. Strong professional judgment and the ability to balance independent case management with effective team collaboration. Commitment to delivering outstanding client service and producing high‑quality work product. Compensation And Benefits This position offers a highly competitive base salary ranging from $200,000 to $260,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated expertise. The firm also offers a comprehensive benefits package, performance‑based incentives, paid time off, retirement benefits, and professional development support. Attorneys enjoy a collegial and high‑performing culture that rewards initiative, values excellence, and provides opportunities for long‑term growth and advancement. Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value for our client organizations and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in jurisdictions that have enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction‑based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows all enacted guidance and considers all qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, inclusive, and unbiased recruitment practices are foundational to the success of Scion and the organizations we serve. #J-18808-Ljbffr Scion Staffing