Attorney | Litigation | 148726

Litigation Attorney Employment Defense

A healthcare-focused legal practice is seeking a Litigation Attorney to join its Walnut Creek office. This is an urgent backfill need created by workload demands and upcoming time off for the current litigator. The team is currently below its ideal litigation staffing level making this an important role for an attorney who can contribute quickly and independently.

This position focuses primarily on employment defense and civil litigation for healthcare clients. The work emphasizes pre-litigation strategy mediation arbitration hearings resolution and occasional trials but this is not a trial-heavy practice. It is best suited for an attorney who values thoughtful advocacy client counseling and sustainable litigation work over constant courtroom activity.

Role Responsibilities

• Represent clients in mediations arbitrations hearings and occasional trials
• Handle employment defense matters from pre-litigation through resolution
• Draft pleadings motions briefs and settlement agreements
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies
• Manage depositions witness interviews and negotiations
• Advise clients on risk exposure and legal strategy
• Maintain organized and compliant case files
• Collaborate with attorneys paralegals and staff

Candidate Profile

• 5 years of litigation experience required
• Employment law experience preferred
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Active California Bar license in good standing
• Strong knowledge of civil procedure and evidence
• Ability to independently manage multiple cases
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical and strategic thinking ability
• Comfortable with legal technology and research tools

Work Environment

This is a fully onsite role in Walnut Creek with limited flexibility. The team values collaboration independence accountability stability reliability and a team-first mentality. Culture fit is critical and the practice is not seeking candidates who are primarily looking for heavy courtroom or trial work.

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary is typically $175000 to $225000 with a broader range of $125000 to $250000 depending on experience. Compensation flexibility is available for strong candidates particularly those with 7 to 10 years of relevant experience.

The role also includes quarterly bonuses averaging approximately $20000 annually discretionary bonus eligibility employer-sponsored medical dental and vision coverage employer-paid life insurance short- and long-term disability coverage HSA/FSA options a 401(k) with employer match 9 holidays 9 sick days unlimited vacation parental leave and tuition reimbursement.

Billable Expectation

• Approximately 135 to 140 billable hours per month.

Interview Process

The interview process includes an initial screening through the parent company and one interview with the Managing Partner. A quick decision is expected once the right candidate is identified though the offer process may require internal approvals.

Salary Range: $175000 to $225000

Reference: 148726

Required Experience:

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