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Senior Litigation Attorney (Employment Law)

Hybrid | Bay Area

A respected California-based law firm is seeking a Senior Litigation Attorney with strong employment law experience to join its growing practice. This role offers the opportunity to handle sophisticated litigation matters while working in a collegial, supportive environment with a sustainable billable requirement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of litigation, including case strategy, discovery, law and motion, depositions, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation
• Handle employment-related litigation and advisory matters, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and wage and hour claims
• Represent public and private entity clients in employment and labor matters
• Conduct or oversee workplace investigations and prepare findings and recommendations
• Draft and review employment policies, handbooks, and compliance materials
• Prepare and argue writs of mandate and administrative appeals
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop effective litigation strategies
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior attorneys as needed

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• 7+ years of litigation experience, with a strong focus on employment law
• Solid knowledge of California and federal employment and labor laws
• Experience working with public entities is a plus, but not required
• Trial, writ, and appellate experience preferred
• Excellent writing, advocacy, and client?management skills
• Billable requirement: 1,700 hours

Benefits & Compensation

• Salary range: $220,000$235,000
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) with 3% employer match
• Perks: TuesdayThursday in?office schedule with lunch provided

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for confidential consideration.