Labor & Employment Counsel

Position: Labor & Employment Counsel
Location: Los Angeles, CA; San Francisco, CA
Experience: 9-12 years

Job Description:
We are representing a prominent law firm seeking a Labor & Employment Counsel to join their offices in San Francisco or Los Angeles. This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of labor and employment law matters, including defending against single plaintiff litigation, class actions, and PAGA matters. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in employment law and the ability to manage cases independently.

Responsibilities:

• Defend against single plaintiff litigation matters including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour claims, and reasonable accommodation issues.
• Handle PAGA matters and class actions.
• Manage cases from start to finish independently.
• Draft and respond to initial pleadings, discovery, and dispositive motions.
• Take and defend depositions, including plaintiffs’ depositions and corporate witnesses.
• Provide employment counseling on federal and state laws and regulations.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) required.
• Must be licensed to practice law in the State of California.
• 9-12 years of relevant experience in labor and employment law.
• Experience in defending against single plaintiff litigation, class actions, and PAGA matters.
• Strong research, writing, and academic skills.
• Ability to work cases independently from start to finish.
• Smaller portable book of business is ideal, but not required.

Compensation & Benefits:
The salary range for this position reflects factors such as experience, education, licensure, certifications, geographic location, market demands, and business needs. The estimated salary range for this position is $270,000 – $290,000.

How to Apply:
To apply, please contact Max at max@thepeopleof.co.uk with your resume and any other relevant documents.

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