Lead California employment law litigation, especially PAGA and class action defense, from strategy through trial preparation. Advise clients on compliance and evolving regulations, manage relationships, develop business, and supervise attorneys and staff. The role requires extensive California employment law experience, active California Bar licensure, a Juris Doctor, and strong legal research, negotiation, communication, and case-management skills. It is remote-first with as-needed travel.
Daily Objectives
- Lead PAGA litigation matters, including case strategy, discovery, depositions, motion practice, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.
- Advise clients on California labor and employment law compliance, helping mitigate risk and prevent PAGA claims.
- Monitor legal developments and provide strategic guidance on evolving PAGA regulations and case law.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through trusted legal counsel and ongoing support.
- Drive business development through client presentations, networking, and identification of new opportunities.
- Mentor and supervise attorneys and staff, reviewing legal work product to ensure quality and successful case outcomes.
Skills & Experience
- 10+ years of CA Employment Law experience.
- Active license and in good-standing with the California State Bar.
- Juris Doctorate Degree.
- Must have recent experience defending against PAGA claims and Class Actions.
- Superior research, analytical, negotiating ability.
- Excellent written and oral communication.
- Commitment to proactive case management.
Health & Wellness
- Medical plan options including Kaiser Permanente HMO, Cigna EPO, and Cigna PPO
- Dental coverage through Delta Dental with DHMO and PPO options
- Vision coverage through VSP
- Firm-Paid Life/AD&D (up to $150k) & Long-term Disability (LTD) Insurance.
- Firm-Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential support.
Retirement & Voluntary Benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution.
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage, available at group rates.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) options for eligible pre-tax expenses.
- Voluntary short-term disability (STD) coverage.
- Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance up to $500,000.
- Optional Pet Insurance, because family comes in many forms.
Flexibility
- Remote-first work environment with some travel required on an as-needed basis.
- 10 offices throughout California, providing greater flexibility to work near where you live.
- 1 office in Colorado.
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