Senior Employment Law Attorney

ABOUT THE ROLE A regional law firm is seeking a senior California employment litigator to handle complex employer-side matters and advise clients on workplace compliance. This experienced attorney will lead cases, mentor junior associates, and contribute to the growth of the employment practice. WHAT YOU'LL DO - Defend employers in state and federal litigation involving FEHA and Title VII claims, wage and hour disputes, and PAGA and class actions. - Manage cases from inception through resolution, including discovery, motions, and appearances before the EEOC, CRD, and DLSE. - Advise clients on workforce management, HR policies, and compliance with California employment laws. - Develop client relationships and business, while serving existing clients and building a portable book of business. - Set case strategy and supervise and mentor junior associates. - Handle trade secret and unfair competition matters as part of a varied employment litigation practice. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR - At least 8 years of post-JD experience handling California employer-side employment litigation. - Active California Bar membership and a JD from an ABA-accredited law school. - Experience defending FEHA, PAGA, wage and hour, and other complex employment claims, including appearances before relevant agencies. - Experience with trade secret and unfair competition litigation, as well as employment counseling. - Demonstrated client development and origination experience, with at least a partial portable book of business. - Prior experience at a mid-sized regional firm or employment law boutique is preferred; employee-side practice does not meet the role's requirements. - Must have work authorization that does not require visa sponsorship. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Base salary: $225,000 to $275,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available. LOCATION On-site in the San Francisco Bay Area, with offices in San Jose, San Mateo, and Pleasanton.