Employment Litigation Of Counsel

Position Title: Employment Litigation Of Counsel

Job Location: San Diego, CA

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm in San Diego, CA, is seeking a skilled Employment Litigation Attorney for an Of Counsel role. This position focuses on handling a variety of employment-related claims, offering advice to employers, and representing clients in legal proceedings. The role provides an opportunity to work on significant cases, including class actions and high-profile employment disputes, while mentoring junior legal staff and contributing to a dynamic legal team.

Duties:

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving diverse employment-related claims and agency charges.
• Advise and counsel employers on employment and labor law compliance and strategies.
• Represent clients in court, arbitration, mediation, and before administrative agencies.
• Handle employment matters such as discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage-and-hour disputes, and non-compete cases.
• Provide training for employers on various labor and employment law topics.
• Lead class action and PAGA (Private Attorneys General Act) cases when necessary.

Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum 9+ years of employment litigation experience, including substantial first-chair litigation management.
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of state and federal agency procedures.
• Bar Membership: Active and in good standing with the California Bar.
• Leadership: Proven ability to supervise and mentor associates and paralegals effectively.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school with outstanding academic credentials.

Certifications:

• California Bar admission.

Skills:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering excellence.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding organizational, time management, and project management capabilities.
• Dedication to professionalism, teamwork, and collaboration.

Job Location:
San Diego, CA

A Vault 10 firm for Labor and Employment Law, this firm is a powerhouse in this realm. If L&E is your passion, this is an excellent place to develop that specialty and learn from the best. The firm offers an impressive 57 offices from Portland to Puerto Rico, a physical testament to the fact that it has become one of the main employment law counsel providers in the nation. Attorneys at this firm can be sure that your employment matters will involve sophisticated clients and complex issues.