Labor & Employment Attorney

Job Description

East Bay Labor & Employment Attorney: Big-Firm Work, Better Balance


We are working with a top-tier international law firm that is adding a Labor & Employment Attorney with 3+ years of experience to its Walnut Creek, California office. Attorneys enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule, typically coming into the office a couple of days a week to collaborate.


This is a management-side role, and plaintiff-side attorneys looking to switch sides will be considered. It is an ideal fit for an employment lawyer who wants sophisticated work, long-term stability, and a genuine partner track.


What You'll Do

• Provide day-to-day advice to employers on policies, contracts, compensation, leaves, discipline, and terminations
• Defend employers in wage-and-hour litigation and PAGA claims
• Assist with classic labor matters, including grievances, arbitrations, and organizing campaigns
• Research complex employment issues and draft polished written work product

What We're Looking For

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active member of the State Bar of California in good standing
• 3+ years of labor and employment experience
• Wage-and-hour and PAGA experience required
• Strong academic background; big-firm experience preferred
• Meticulous attention to detail and excellent writing and research skills
• A collaborative, positive, team-player approach

Why You'll Love It

• Competitive base salary of $185,000 to $250,000+, commensurate with experience
• Bonus opportunity
• Hybrid schedule that supports real work-life balance
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off
• Partner track and ongoing career development
• A tenured team with strong support staff and a commitment to diversity

Ready for your next step in employment law? Apply today or reach out to me directly.


To learn more about this opportunity or any of our other openings, please contact: Hashly Bellido at View email address on click.appcast.io or call/text me at View phone number on click.appcast.io. You can also confidentially email me your resume.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.


GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.