Job Description

Job ID: 380993

Practice area:- Employment Law - General

Senior Employment Law Attorney – High-Impact Counsel & Litigation | Los Angeles, CA

An established law firm in Los Angeles is seeking a senior employment attorney with 14+ years of experience to handle complex workplace disputes and compliance advisory matters. Take the lead in delivering high-value legal solutions to corporate clients across California.

A top-tier Los Angeles firm seeks a senior employment attorney to manage complex litigation and counsel corporate clients on compliance and HR matters. Ideal for attorneys who thrive on strategy, mentorship, and client leadership.

This respected California-based law firm offers an exciting opportunity for a seasoned employment attorney to join a collaborative, litigation-forward team. Recognized for its employer-side work and practical client counsel, the firm is ideal for attorneys seeking deep engagement in wage-and-hour law, compliance strategy, and employment litigation with major clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Counsel corporate clients on state and federal employment law compliance

• Draft and negotiate employment agreements, handbooks, and separation packages

• Lead internal investigations and advise on harassment and discrimination issues

• Represent clients before EEOC, DFEH, and other administrative bodies

• Handle all stages of litigation: pleadings, discovery, motions, hearings, trials

• Provide guidance on wage-and-hour audits and represent clients in class actions

• Conduct training and education on HR compliance and risk mitigation

• Partner with HR teams to advise on proactive legal strategies

Qualifications:

• Minimum 14 years of employment law experience

• Active California Bar membership

• Strong track record in employment litigation and employer counseling

• Exceptional multitasking, leadership, and client-relations skills

• Commercial judgment and business-oriented legal perspective

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications:

• Admission to the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California (preferred)

• Active memberships in legal organizations such as the Labor & Employment Section

Skills:

• Advanced legal writing, research, and oral advocacy

• Deep understanding of FMLA, FLSA, FEHA, ADA, Title VII, and related laws

• Expertise in Westlaw, LexisNexis, and litigation management platforms

• Effective communicator with clients and internal teams

• Organized, self-driven, and experienced in mentoring junior attorneys

Culture & Firm Appeal:

Attorneys at this firm benefit from a professional, results-driven culture that emphasizes collaboration, integrity, and long-term client partnerships. The firm is known for its competitive compensation, work-life flexibility, and strong internal mentorship. It frequently attracts senior-level talent seeking meaningful client responsibility and leadership roles.

Why This Role Is Unique:

• Lead significant employment cases with autonomy and strategic influence

• Access a loyal, high-profile client base across diverse industries

• Work within a firm that values both trial readiness and preventive compliance counsel

• Combine litigation leadership with advisory excellence in a supportive setting

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