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About the Role:

Job Title: Shareholder / Labor & Employment Law Partner Location: Long Beach, CA Work Arrangement: Hybrid (3 days in-office; potential transition to 4 days based on firm needs)

About the Client

Our client is known for its sophisticated legal counsel across corporate, securities, litigation, and regulatory matters. The firm represents a diverse client base ranging from emerging growth companies to established institutions, with a collaborative culture that supports entrepreneurial attorneys looking to grow their practice within a respected platform.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial Labor & Employment Partner to join our client's Long Beach office. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney with an existing book of business who is looking to expand their practice within a dynamic and growth-oriented firm. The ideal candidate is energetic, business-minded, and capable of both maintaining and growing client relationships while delivering high-quality legal counsel.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and expand an existing book of business in labor and employment law
• Advise clients on a wide range of employment matters, including:
  • Employment litigation
  • Workplace policies and compliance
  • Wage and hour issues
  • Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims
• Represent clients in state and federal courts, arbitrations, and administrative proceedings
• Provide strategic counsel to corporate clients on employment-related risk management
• Collaborate with other practice groups to support cross-disciplinary client needs
• Mentor junior attorneys as needed

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Admission to the California State Bar
• Approximately 8–10+ years of experience in labor and employment law
• Portable book of business (required)
• Strong litigation and advisory experience
• Proven ability to generate and sustain client relationships
• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong business development skills
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Thrives in a collaborative yet autonomous environment
• Energetic, driven, and business-oriented
• Open to candidates transitioning from firms that have recently closed or restructured
• Also open to former solo practitioners seeking a stronger platform for growth