Plaintiff Employment Litigation Attorney

DescriptionEmployment Litigation Attorney (Plaintiff-Side) - ONE DAY ON-SITE!A highly respected, women‑owned boutique employment law firm in San Diego is seeking an employment litigation attorney to join its close‑knit, mission‑driven team. The firm is known for its exceptional plaintiff‑side advocacy, strong community reputation, and an impressive 99% success rate. With a focused team of partners, one associate, paralegals, and legal assistants, this boutique environment offers meaningful mentorship, hands‑on case ownership, and the opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of clients.About the FirmThis midsized boutique law firm concentrates on plaintiff employment litigation and sexual abuse matters. The team is widely respected throughout the San Diego legal community-by co‑counsel, opposing counsel, and judges alike - and maintains a selective, high‑quality caseload. Culture is collaborative, positive, and advocacy‑driven, with leadership that includes attorneys from nationally recognized plaintiffs’ firms.Key ResponsibilitiesAs an employment litigation attorney, you will independently manage a diverse portfolio of single‑plaintiff cases from intake through trial, including:Handling discrimination, retaliation, harassment, and related employment mattersDrafting complaints, dispositive and discovery motions, mediation briefs, arbitration briefs, trial briefs, and MSJsTaking and defending depositionsPropounding and responding to written discoveryPartnering directly with clients to prepare for mediation, develop case strategy, and provide consistent case updatesPreparing for and participating in trialsPerks & CultureHighly selective caseload-quality over quantityExceptional reputation within the San Diego legal communityLeadership includes a former partner from a nationally recognized plaintiffs’ firmAnnual firm retreats (next destination: Mexico City)Office closure for a full week between Christmas and New Year’sKombucha on tap + fully stocked healthy snacks$50/month fitness stipendSupportive, people‑first cultureCompensation & BenefitsSalary: $150K–$190K+ depending on experienceBonuses: Quarterly + year‑end performance bonuses, plus 10% unlimited origination feesHealthcare: 100% employer‑paid medical for employees + dependents; vision and dental included401(k): Available (no match)PTO: UnlimitedOther Benefits: HSA option, monthly fitness stipendRequirementsProven ability to run cases from start to finish (trial experience strongly preferred)Background in employment litigation (plaintiff or defense) or a closely related field (plaintiff PI experience acceptable)Excellent legal writing and research skills; capable of drafting persuasive pleadings and motionsPassionate, positive, and committed to high‑quality client advocacyFlexibility on exact practice background for exceptional writers and strong cultural fitsReady to apply? Send your resume directly to McKinley.Horwitz[at]roberthalf[dotcom] with "San Diego Plaintiff Employment Attorney" as the subject line.Job typePerm