Senior Employment Law Attorney

Senior Employment Law Attorney

About the Role:

This senior-level position is ideal for an accomplished employment law attorney who brings deep experience advising and defending employers across the full spectrum of employment-related matters. You will manage complex litigation provide strategic counseling and represent clients in courts arbitration and before administrative agencies.

The role offers a balance of high-level legal work client-facing advisory responsibilities and leadership within the practice. You will have the autonomy to manage your matters and develop business while benefiting from the support infrastructure and collaboration of a full-service firm.

Why you should join:

Join a well-regarded Employment Law practice with a strong client base steady workflow and meaningful opportunities to expand your portable book of business.

• Sophisticated High-Impact Work
  Handle complex and high-stakes matters including class actions PAGA claims and sensitive employment disputes that require strategic thinking and sound judgment.
• Trusted Advisor Role
  Build long-term relationships with employers by serving as a go-to counselor on compliance risk management and litigation strategy-not just a litigator.
• Collaborative Team-Oriented Culture
  Work alongside experienced attorneys in a collegial environment that values teamwork professionalism and mutual support across practice groups.
• Leadership & Mentorship Opportunities
  Play an active role in supervising and mentoring associates shaping the future of the Employment Law group and contributing to the firms overall success.
• Client Visibility & Thought Leadership
  Participate in client trainings seminars and presentations positioning yourself as a subject-matter expert and enhancing your professional profile.
• Competitive Performance-Based Compensation
  Transparent compensation structure that rewards experience production and business development with strong earning potential.
• Flexible Office Locations
  Multiple Northern California offices provide geographic flexibility and access to a diverse client base.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal counsel and representation in employment law litigation
• Advise and defend employers against FEHA Title VII and related common law claims
• Defend class action and PAGA matters
• Handle trade secret and unfair competition claims including both defense and prosecution
• Defend wage and hour claims
• Represent clients in court arbitration and before state and federal administrative agencies including the EEOC CRD and DLSE
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted legal advisor
• Actively pursue business development opportunities to support growth of the Employment Law practice
• Present employment law trainings and seminars for clients
• Supervise and mentor associates

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• Active membership in the State Bar of California
• Minimum of 8 years of employment law litigation experience
• Proven track record handling complex employment law matters
• Experience representing employers in court arbitration and administrative proceedings
• Partial portable book of business preferred
• Strong analytical negotiation consulting and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

Compensation:

Compensation for senior attorneys is negotiated based on experience expected production and business development. The compensation structure includes:

• Estimated base salary range: $225000 $275000 per year
• Incentive compensation: 10% 20% of fees paid based on performance