Employment Law Attorney

Headhunter: CyberCoders

Law

San Diego, CA - United States

Senior Specialist / Project Manager

Hybrid

Experteer Overview

In this fully remote role, you will handle a diverse California employment defense caseload, advising clients on wage-and-hour, discrimination, and related laws while leading litigation from intake to trial. You will manage PAGA and wage-hour class actions, conduct investigations, and represent clients before agencies. The position blends advocacy, risk mitigation, and policy guidance within a collaborative team that supports professional growth. You will shape strategy, mentor juniors, and help advance the firm’s client-focused defense practice.

Compensation / Benefits

100% remote
autonomy
collaborative culture
career growth support

Responsibilities

Provide guidance on federal and state employment laws and best practices, including wage-and-hour, discrimination, retaliation, and leave laws
Manage all phases of litigation from intake to trial, including pleadings, discovery, and trial strategy
Lead PAGA claims and wage-hour class actions, including strategy and settlements
Conduct workplace investigations and prepare reports with remedial recommendations
Represent clients before agencies (DFEH, EEOC, DLSE) and in mediations/arbitrations
Draft and review employment agreements, policies, and compliance materials
Manage client relationships, communicate status, and offer litigation exposure and compliance guidance
Supervise and mentor junior attorneys, paralegals, and support staff; oversee billing and calendaring

Key requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) and active California bar in good standing
3+ years of employment litigation experience (defense and/or plaintiff)
Proven experience with PAGA, wage & hour, and discrimination matters; familiarity with CA employment law
Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy; experience with briefs, motions, and client memoranda
Excellent negotiation skills and track record of favorable settlements
Ability to manage substantial caseloads and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Professional integrity, client-service orientation, and strong interpersonal skills
Comfort mentoring junior team members and contributing to a collaborative culture

client-service orientation collaboration excellent communication PAGA and wage-and-hour litigation California employment law knowledge litigation management and trial strategy

Description

In this fully remote role, you will handle a diverse California employment defense caseload, advising clients on wage-and-hour, discriminati…

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