Senior Litigation Counsel

Senior Litigation Associate/Corporate Counsel

Amlaw 100 & Globally Recognized Law Firm

Practice Area: Labor & Employment Law

Location: California

Salary: $250,000 to $300,000 + Annual bonus based on billables.

Opportunity:

Join a prestigious global Am Law 100 firm and elevate your career within their thriving Employment and Labor practice. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Associate/Counsel with six or more years of experience to join their dynamic team in one of their California offices. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on complex and high-profile employment law cases, providing both litigation and advisory services to a diverse clientele.

Key Responsibilities:

• Litigation Excellence: Counsel and defend employers in single-plaintiff employment cases and complex class/collective actions, including wage and hour disputes and unfair employment practices.
• Strategic Advisory: Provide expert advisory services on a wide range of employment matters, including discipline, discrimination, ADA/FMLA compliance, and wage and hour issues.
• Comprehensive Case Management: Manage all phases of litigation, from depositions and discovery to motion practice and trial preparation.
• Legal Drafting Mastery: Draft sophisticated legal documents, including class/collective certification briefs, employment agreements, and employee handbooks.

Qualifications:

• Six (6+) years of proven experience in Employment and Labor Law.
• Demonstrated expertise in both litigation and client counseling.
• Background in defending employers from claims against them in mass tort, class action, wage and hourly rate, discrimination or various other versions of labor & employment litigation.
• Exceptional legal research, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and client engagements.

Compensation and Benefits:

California law mandates we include the suggested compensation based on historical data. The estimated salary for this role is between $295,000 to $360,000.

The salary and compensation band is largely dependent on experience and ability to bring in cases or litigate strongly in favor of pre-existing clients.

Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, generous paid parental leave, and ample PTO. The chosen attorney will also enjoy access to cutting edge legal technology.

Firm Culture and Commitment:

• Experience a collaborative and inclusive work environment within a globally recognized firm.
• Join a firm that champions diversity and is consistently recognized for its inclusive practices.
• Equal opportunity employer, committed to fair chance hiring, and E-Verify participation.
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement.

If you are a driven and experienced Employment and Labor attorney seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity with a leading global firm, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter for immediate consideration.