Employment Counseling & Litigation Attorney

We are seeking an experienced employment attorney to support our growing practice About Mitchell Law Firm PC At Mitchell Law Firm, we provide strategic legal counsel and comprehensive representation across a wide spectrum of industries and practice areas.Led by founding attorney Ryan Mitchell, our team handles complex legal matters with precision and foresight, serving clients both domestically and internationally.With a commitment to innovation, integrity, and results, we are the trusted partner that businesses and individuals rely on for their most critical legal needs. Description Employment Counseling & Litigation Attorney (Full-Time) — Fully Remote Position Title: Employment Counseling & Litigation Attorney (Full-Time) Work location: Fully remote (with occasional in-person meetings/appearances as needed) Schedule: Full-time (Exempt) In-person needs: Primarily Southern California / Los Angeles area (as needed) Bar: California (Active, in good standing) Start Date: 1/1/2026 About Mitchell Law Firm, P.C. Mitchell Law Firm provides strategic legal counsel and comprehensive representation across a wide spectrum of industries and practice areas, serving clients domestically and internationally. The Role We are seeking an experienced employment attorney to support our growing practice with a primary focus on: Employment litigation (pre-litigation through resolution, including administrative claims and court matters) This role is ideal for an attorney who can own matters, communicate clearly with clients, and deliver polished work product in a modern, remote environment. Core Responsibilities Employment Counseling (Employer-Side) Advise employers on day-to-day employment issues, including: Hiring practices, discipline and termination strategy, performance management Wage & hour compliance and classification (exempt/non-exempt; employee/contractor) Leaves of absence and accommodation processes Workplace investigations, complaint response, and risk mitigation Employee handbooks and policies Offer letter, employment agreements, and contractor agreements Separation agreements and releases (as applicable) Employment Litigation Handle employment disputes from intake through resolution, including: Demand letters, early case assessment, settlement strategy Drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery Depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and (as needed) court appearance Manage matters in state and federal court as appropriate, balancing strategic resolution with strong advocacy (consistent with firm approach to complex matters). Provide clear, practical risk assessments and keep clients informed on strategy, timelines, and budgets. Teamwork / Practice Management Collaborate with the Managing Partner and team to deliver excellent client service. Contribute to improving templates, workflows, and internal knowledge resources for a high‑performing remote practice. Qualifications (Required) Active California Bar license in good standing 3+ years (preferred 5+ years) of meaningful employment counseling and litigation experience Strong legal writing skills (motions, discovery, and client advisory memos) Ability to independently manage deadlines and multiple matters Comfortable working fully remote using modern collaboration tools Preferred Experience Wage & hour, discrimination/harassment/retaliation, wrongful termination, and misclassification disputes Administrative charge practice (e.g., agency responses and strategy) Experience supporting fast-moving employer clients (multi-issue counseling with practical solutions) Familiarity with California-specific employment risk areas and evolving compliance needs Remote Work and In-Person Expectations Fully remote day‑day. Must be willing and able to attend occasional in‑person: Client meetings Mediations/depositions Court appearances (as needed) Compensation and Benefits Compensation: $120,000–$150,000 base salary (DOE) + performance bonus opportunities Medical / dental / vision options 401(k) or retirement plan options Paid time off + paid holidays Remote office/technology stipend CLE budget + bar dues reimbursement Malpractice coverage Mentorship and professional development support Equal Opportunity Employer Mitchell Law Firm, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr