Labor And Employment Counsel

Job Title: Labor and Employment Counsel

Job Overview: A well-established law firm in San Francisco, CA, is seeking an experienced Labor and Employment Counsel to join their team. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience handling single-plaintiff litigation, class actions, and PAGA matters, with a focus on employment law defense. The role involves managing cases from start to finish, offering legal counsel, and navigating complex legal issues. This is a great opportunity for a seasoned attorney with strong research and writing skills looking to advance their career in a dynamic law environment.

Duties:

• Defend single-plaintiff litigation matters, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour, and reasonable accommodation cases.
• Handle PAGA claims and class actions.
• Manage cases independently from start to finish, demonstrating expertise in legal proceedings.
• Draft and respond to initial pleadings and discovery requests.
• Prepare and argue motions, including dispositive and discovery motions.
• Take and defend depositions, including plaintiffs and corporate witnesses.
• Provide counsel on federal and state employment laws and regulations.
• Contribute to employment counseling for clients, addressing a variety of labor and employment issues.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree required.
• Licensed to practice law in the State of California.
• 9-12 years of experience in labor and employment law.
• Proven experience defending single-plaintiff litigation and handling employment-related claims.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage cases and client relationships independently.
• A portable book of business is preferred.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in California.

Skills:

• Expertise in labor and employment law, including defense of discrimination, harassment, wage and hour, and retaliation claims.
• Experience with PAGA and class action litigation.
• Excellent research and writing capabilities.
• Strong oral advocacy skills, including experience taking and defending depositions.
• Ability to handle cases independently from initiation to resolution.
• Solid understanding of federal and state employment laws and regulations.

Job Location:

• San Francisco, CA

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan options.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Associates at this prestigious firm applaud that they are given high-level work paired with ample resources; the result, they say, is that they receive interesting projects and valuable collaborations with senior associates and partners. They also praise its flexible face-time policies paired with market pay.