Employment Litigation Attorney

Attorney PositionThe San Francisco, CA office of Kaufman Dolowich, a full-service National Law firm with more than 250 attorneys across 16 offices and over 25 practice areas, is actively seeking an attorney to join our growing Labor and Employment practice group.Our Employment Practice Group represents employers in complex and high-profile employment matters across a broad range of industries. The ideal candidate will possess strong litigation, research, writing, and advocacy skills, with experience independently managing sophisticated employment matters through all phases of litigation.ResponsibilitiesIndependently manage all phases of employment litigation from inception through resolutionDraft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation-related filingsConduct and defend depositions and participate in mediations, settlement negotiations, and other dispute resolution proceedingsAttend and advocate at court appearances, hearings, arbitrations, administrative proceedings, and trialsHandle matters involving employment discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour disputes, PAGA claims, and other employment-related mattersRepresent employers in investigations and proceedings before federal, state, and local agenciesAdvise and counsel employers on workplace issues, employment law compliance, personnel matters, and risk management strategiesManage discovery, motion practice, investigations, and case deadlines in both state and federal courtsCommunicate directly with clients, provide strategic guidance, and maintain strong client relationshipsCollaborate with attorneys across offices and practice groups to develop litigation strategies and achieve favorable outcomesQualificationsAdmission to practice in California requiredMinimum of 5 years of employment litigation experienceExperience handling employment litigation matters in both state and federal courtsDemonstrated experience drafting and arguing motions, conducting depositions, and managing complex litigation mattersExcellent legal writing, analytical, negotiation, and communication skillsAbility to independently manage an active caseload and prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced environmentStrong attention to detail and commitment to exceptional client servicePreferred ExperienceEmployment discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination litigationWage and hour litigation, including collective actions, class actions, and PAGA mattersTraditional labor law matters and labor-management relationsInvestigations before the U.S. Department of Labor, California Department of Industrial Relations, California Division of Labor Standards Enforcement, EEOC, and state and local human rights agenciesExperience appearing before the National Labor Relations Board in matters involving union organizing, collective bargaining, unfair labor practices, representation proceedings, and labor arbitrationsWhy Join Kaufman Dolowich?Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture with strong mentorship and supportSignificant opportunities for professional growth, client development, and advancementUnlimited PTO for AttorneysCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packageRobust discretionary and billable-based bonus opportunitiesMeaningful client contact and hands-on litigation experienceBase Salary Range: $155,000-$215,000Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate's experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.