Labor and Employment Attorney

Labor & Employment Attorney

Location: Los Angeles, CA
Work Schedule: Hybrid flexibility available
Compensation: $170,000 - $225,000 base salary + performance-based bonus opportunities

LHH is conducting a search on behalf of a well-established Los Angeles law firm seeking an experienced Labor & Employment Attorney to join its growing practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney looking to handle sophisticated employment matters, work directly with clients, and build a long-term career with a respected firm that offers strong advancement potential.

Overview

The firm is seeking an attorney with a minimum of five years of labor and employment law experience who can independently manage cases while collaborating effectively within a team environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, writing, advocacy, and case management skills and be comfortable handling litigation matters from inception through resolution.

This position offers exposure to a broad range of employment-related matters, a supportive team environment, and the opportunity to play a meaningful role in client counseling and litigation strategy.

Responsibilities

• Represent employers in labor and employment matters, including litigation and counseling.
• Manage cases from initial assessment through resolution.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and legal memoranda.
• Handle all phases of discovery, including written discovery and document review.
• Prepare for and participate in depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Advise clients on employment law compliance, workplace issues, and risk management strategies.
• Develop litigation strategy and provide practical legal guidance to clients.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to efficiently manage case workloads.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• Minimum of 5 years of labor and employment law experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Experience drafting substantive motions, pleadings, and legal memoranda.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with public entity law is a plus, but not required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary ranging from $170,000 - $225,000, depending on experience.
• Mandatory and discretionary performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings plan options.
• Hybrid work flexibility.

California Pay Transparency Notice: The anticipated salary range for this position is $170,000 - $225,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, skills, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

EOE: Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pay Details: $170,000.00 to $225,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Michelle Wirtz

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.