Labor & Employment Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Labor & Employment Attorney

Labor & Employment Attorney

Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled Labor & Employment Attorney to provide expert legal counsel and representation in employment-related matters. The attorney will advise employers and employees on compliance, defend and prosecute litigation involving wage-and-hour claims, discrimination, retaliation, collective bargaining, and other workplace disputes, and contribute to risk management and policy development. The role requires strong litigation experience, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to clients and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of labor and employment matters, including wage-and-hour claims, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, and contract disputes.
• Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, discovery, and settlement agreements; prepare for and conduct hearings, trials, and arbitrations.
• Advise clients on employment policies, handbooks, compliance with federal and state labor laws (e.g., FLSA, Title VII, ADA, FMLA), and best practices to mitigate risk.
• Conduct internal investigations into workplace complaints and provide strategic recommendations and remediation plans.
• Represent clients in administrative proceedings before agencies such as the EEOC, DOL, and state labor departments.
• Counsel employers on collective bargaining, union avoidance/relations, and labor negotiations when applicable.
• Work collaboratively with HR and management to design training, discipline frameworks, and performance management processes.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in labor and employment law and incorporate developments into client advice and litigation strategies.
• Develop business through client relationships, participate in intake and proposal work, and mentor junior attorneys and paralegals.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and admission to the state bar in good standing.
• 3+ years of experience practicing labor and employment law, with demonstrated litigation experience in federal and state courts.
• Proven experience handling wage-and-hour matters (FLSA), discrimination, retaliation, and employment contract cases.
• Strong litigation skills, including drafting motions, taking and defending depositions, and courtroom advocacy.
• Knowledge of labor law matters, including collective bargaining and union-related issues, preferred.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and client counseling skills; ability to translate legal risk into practical business solutions.
• Effective written and oral communication skills, with attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, mentor junior staff, and build client relationships.
• Comfortable with legal research tools and case management software; litigation and document review platforms experience preferred.

Benefits

 

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. CyberCoders will consider for Employment in the City of Los Angeles qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance.This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 07/13/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter .  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at  View email address on ziprecruiter.com to make arrangements.