Labor & Employment Counsel (Attorney)

LABOR & EMPLOYMENT COUNSEL ATTORNEY Location: Los Angeles, CA

A prominent

AmLaw 100 national law firm

is seeking a talented

Counsel Attorney

to join its

Labor & Employment Practice

in

Los Angeles

office. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned practitioner to handle sophisticated employment litigation and advisory matters for a diverse client base.

Candidate Profile

JD

from a

top-tier law school

with an

excellent academic record

Active Bar Admission

in

California

, in good standing

9-12 years

of substantive

labor & employment

experience

Experience

defending single-plaintiff employment litigation

matters, including

discrimination

harassment

retaliation

wage and hour

, and

reasonable accommodation claims

Experience handling

Private Attorneys General Act

(PAGA)

actions

and

employment class actions

High proficiency in drafting and responding to

pleadings

and

discovery

High proficiency in drafting and arguing

dispositive

and

discovery motions

Experience taking and defending

depositions

, including

plaintiff depositions

and

defense of corporate witnesses

Experience advising clients on

federal

and

California employment laws

and

regulations

A

modest portable book of business

is

preferred

, but not required

Demonstrated ability to independently manage matters from initial assessment through resolution

Soft Skills:

Strong research, writing, analytical, communication, case management, and client-relationship skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively

Key Responsibilities

Defend employers

in

single-plaintiff employment matters

, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage and hour disputes

Handle

PAGA

and employment-related

class actions

Manage litigation from inception to resolution

, including strategy development, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and negotiation

Advise clients regarding

compliance

with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations

Collaborate with colleagues and clients to develop proactive workforce and litigation strategies

Why Join Us?
This position offers the opportunity to join a

sophisticated national labor and employment practice

known for its

deep bench

strong client relationships

, and

supportive culture

. As Counsel, you will have the

autonomy to lead

matters while benefiting from the resources of a full-service firm. The practice emphasizes professional development, hands-on litigation experience, and meaningful client engagement. For driven attorneys seeking to

advance their career

in a collaborative environment with opportunities to

grow a book of business

, this role provides an

ideal platform for long-term success

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Salary

Expected annual base salary range of

$280,000-$305,000

, as determined by experience and market factors

Eligibility for

bonuses

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k); 529 college savings plan; paid parental leave; backup child and elder care support; family-building benefits; an employee assistance program; and commuter benefits

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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