Labor & Employment Attorney

Career Consulting Partners

Labor & Employment Attorney managing caseload including arbitration and discrimination claims at a full-service boutique law firm. Requires 3+ years of experience and J.D.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeWoodland Hills • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a caseload of labor and employment matters, including PAGA, group actions, arbitration, harassment, wage and hour, and discrimination claims.
Handle all aspects of litigation from initial filing through resolution, including drafting pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
Conduct legal research and analyze case law, statutes, and regulations to develop effective legal strategies and remain current on developments in labor and employment law.
Meet with clients to assess their needs, provide legal advice, maintain strong client relationships, and counsel them on compliance with federal and state employment laws.
Represent clients in court hearings, arbitrations, mediations, depositions, and other legal proceedings while effectively advocating for their interests.
Conduct and oversee discovery, including depositions, document production, witness interviews, and preparation and response to discovery requests.
Engage in settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution efforts to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
Prepare cases for trial by organizing evidence, developing trial strategy, and collaborating with support staff and expert witnesses.
Review employment agreements, workplace policies, and procedures to ensure legal compliance and protect client interests.
Educate clients on legal developments and emerging issues that may impact their businesses.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and a valid California state bar membership.
3+ years of experience as a labor and employment litigation attorney.
Strong knowledge of federal and state labor and employment laws, regulations, and court procedures.
Exceptional research, legal writing, and oral advocacy skills.
Demonstrated success in handling a variety of labor and employment litigation cases.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and client relationship management abilities.
Attention to detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a caseload efficiently.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Blue Cross PPO, Silver, we pay 100% for employees, and employees pay for dependents.
401k
Three weeks of vacation
1-week sick leave
We pay start bar dues and all CLE.
Billable's 1800
Additional Attorney Compensation Quarterly Bonuses

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Hard Skills & Tools

litigationlegal researchdrafting pleadingsmotionsdiscoverysettlement negotiationstrial strategylegal writingadvocacycompliance

Soft Skills

communicationnegotiationclient relationship managementattention to detailindependenceteamworkorganizational skillsanalytical skillsproblem-solvinginterpersonal skills

Certifications

Juris Doctor (J.D.)California state bar membership