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
• 912 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 andemployment-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 $270000-$290000 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

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter resume and law school transcript for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

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