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About the job Senior Labor & Employment Counsel - High-Impact Hybrid Role

The Opportunity: Take the Lead on Cutting-Edge California Employment Law

Join a prominent, full-service law firm in our dynamic Labor & Employment Department in Los Angeles. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned attorney to step into a leadership-track role with a highly competitive compensation package and the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule-allowing you to balance a high-level practice with personal life in Southern California.

Our client is seeking a Counsel who is ready to leverage their 9-12 years of experience to independently manage a sophisticated caseload from inception to resolution. This role is designed for the attorney who thrives on autonomy, complex problem-solving, and direct client advisement on the most challenging regulatory and litigation matters.

Why Join?

• Exceptional Compensation: Generous starting compensation, commensurate with your expertise and market value. Additional information on firm compensation and benefits is available during the process.
• Autonomy & Impact: Immediately assume full responsibility for your own matters, providing strategic counsel and making high-level decisions with minimal supervision.
• Hybrid Work Model: Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid schedule that supports a productive work-life integration.
• Collaborative Excellence: Benefit from a collaborative environment that provides resources for continuous professional development and sustained exposure to complex employment matters.

Key Responsibilities - Your Opportunity to Drive Strategy:

You will be the firm's expert, providing comprehensive counsel and leading litigation across the full spectrum of high-stakes labor and employment issues:

• Lead Litigation: Serve as lead counsel on complex single-plaintiff litigation, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and nuanced reasonable accommodation claims.
• PAGA and Class Action Defense: Take the reins in managing and strategically advising on sensitive PAGA (Private Attorneys General Act) cases and supporting high-profile class action litigation as needed.
• High-Stakes Advocacy: Prepare, argue, and respond to critical dispositive and discovery motions, and take/defend depositions of key plaintiffs and corporate witnesses.
• Regulatory & Compliance Counseling: Act as a trusted advisor to clients on critical federal and state regulations, developing compliant policies and best practices to mitigate legal exposure.
• Client Relationship Management: Maintain and build key client relationships. While a portable book of business is an advantage, it is not required-your focus will be on delivering top-tier legal service.

Qualifications: A Proven Expert in California Employment Law

Our client is looking for an attorney with the track record and intellectual rigor to handle this level of responsibility:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active and in good standing with the relevant state bar (California Bar membership strongly preferred).
• 9-12 years of substantial, dedicated experience in employment law, encompassing both complex litigation and regulatory counseling.
• Exceptional research, writing, and analytical skills, demonstrated by an excellent academic record and a proven ability to manage complex cases independently.