Employment & Labor Attorney
Recruiting Partner: Casey Conger
Los Angeles, California | Legal | Not Remote | $320,000 to $400,000 | Job ID: 166564
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Seeking a seasoned Employment & Labor Attorney to join a global law firm known for its innovation, teamwork, and forward-thinking approach. This opportunity offers the chance to handle complex, high-stakes employment matters for leading clients while working alongside an exceptional team committed to collaboration and professional growth.
Employment & Labor Attorney Benefits and Compensation:
- Competitive base salary range: $325,000 – $400,000, commensurate with experience
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with firm contribution
- Paid parental leave and generous vacation policy
- Continuing legal education and bar dues reimbursement
- Professional growth and mentorship opportunities within a global platform
- Hybrid work flexibility and access to cutting-edge firm resources
Employment & Labor Attorney Requirements & Qualifications:
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Active member in good standing with the California Bar, or eligible to waive in
- 7–8 years of experience practicing labor and employment law
- Proven experience in California employment litigation, advice, and counseling
- Demonstrated experience with wage and hour class actions and PAGA claims
- Must be based within driving distance to Los Angeles or willing to relocate
Employment & Labor Attorney Must Haves:
- Perform legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and dispositive filings
- Draft and respond to discovery and meet-and-confer correspondence
- Defend clients in individual and class action wage and hour and PAGA claims in court and arbitration
- Handle government investigations and agency responses
- Advise clients on California employment laws, compliance issues, and workplace policies
- Draft and review employment agreements, severance agreements, and handbooks
- Provide direct counseling and support to clients on complex employment matters
Employment & Labor Attorney Preferred Background & Skills:
- Prior trial experience or substantial motion and deposition practice
- Strong knowledge of California Labor Code, FEHA, PAGA, and related statutes
- Familiarity with drafting employment manuals and compliance documentation
- Strong client relationship management and communication skills
- Excellent judgment and the ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion
- High attention to detail, reliability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
JOB ID: 166564
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At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
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At Goodwin Recruiting, our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, color, marital or family status, national origin, disability, religion, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity has no bearing on whether they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We work hard to identify a broad slate of candidates for each of our clients, with many hiring success stories to share.
