Employment Attorney

Employment Attorney – Labor & Employment Group

Who We Are:

We are a longstanding, full-service law firm based in Newport Beach, CA, seeking a California-licensed employment attorney with 3–8 years of experience to join our thriving Labor & Employment (L&E) practice. Our group complements strong transactional and litigation teams, representing a wide range of businesses in California and nationwide.

We are proud to serve as both trusted advisors and outside general counsel for many successful companies, handling the full spectrum of employment matters — from counseling and pre-litigation disputes to defending clients in complex litigation, including class actions and PAGA cases.

Why You Should Join Us:

• Be part of a collaborative, growing team with a sophisticated L&E practice and a steady pipeline of diverse, challenging matters.
• Gain exposure to high-impact cases — from single-plaintiff litigation to large-scale representative actions.
• Work in an environment that values professional growth, mentorship, and skill development through hands‑on experience.
• Join a collegial culture that emphasizes teamwork, balance, and respect while maintaining high standards of excellence.
• Enjoy a competitive salary, generous benefits, and bonus programs that recognize your contributions.

What We’re Looking For:

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience with California employment disputes, including:

• Pre‑litigation disputes, single plaintiff cases, and class/PAGA actions.
• Employment claims such as harassment, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, and wage & hour matter in both state and federal courts.
• And more

Key Skills and Experience:

• Drafting and responding to pleadings, discovery, and dispositive motions (motions to dismiss, summary judgment, etc.).
• Preparing mediation statements, trial briefs, and other trial‑related documents.
• Superior academic performance, strong analytical ability, and excellent legal writing skills.

Who Thrives Here:

We value attorneys who are:

• Personable and professional — strong client representatives.
• Collaborative and coachable — team players who welcome feedback.
• Motivated and diligent — eager to learn and deliver excellent work.
• Emotionally mature — able to handle responsibility with integrity.

What We Offer:

• A stable, collegial work environment and a sophisticated L&E practice.
• Competitive salary: $135,000 – $190,000 per year (depending on experience) .
• Bonus programs and performance incentives.
• 401(k) with employer match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts