Labor and Employment Litigation Attorney

We are working with highly respected, growing, full-service, Oakland, California based law firm with a strong commitment to providing exceptional legal services to its clients. The firm seeks a mid-level attorney with five or more (5+) years of experience to join its Employment Practice Group. The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of employment litigation and employment advice. The annual base salary for the position is $165,000 to $195,000/yr., depending upon attorney experience, skills, and qualifications. Depending on billable hours, total compensation can range up to $207,000 for those at the lower end of the salary range to $245,000 at the higher end.RESPONSIBILITIESRepresent employers in court, arbitration, and administrative proceeding, as well as in mediations on class/collective actions, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour matters.Defend clients in PAGA matters.Draft and respond to pleadings and discovery.Draft and argue motions.Take and defend depositions.Provide employment counseling on federal and state employment laws, when needed.QUALIFICATIONSJD from Accredited Law SchoolMust be admitted and a member in good standing of the California BarFive or more ( 5+) years of general litigation experience with employment, class action and PAGA experience preferredKnowledge of Federal and California state labor and employment laws (highly preferred)Prior experience taking and defending depositions and arguing motions in courtOutstanding research and analytical skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent attention to detailHabitual self-starting mentality and orientationAbility to manage cases from start to finishAbility to set a course of action and direct the work of associate attorneys and paralegals, when neededAbility to think strategically and creatively while providing practical counsel to clientsAbility to work on a hybrid work schedule requiring three (3) days in the officeOTHER DETAILSSalary of $165,000 - $195,000 (for minimum billables of 1610 hrs./yr.), depending upon attorney experience, skills, and qualifications.Hybrid work schedule requiring three (3) days in office after completing ninety (90) days of employmentComprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.401(k) planGenerous paid time off and holidays.Professional development opportunitiesA collegial and supportive work environment.Opportunity for significant growth and advancement within the firm.Candidates may apply for this position on LinkedIn, on the Hire Counsel website, or by direct e-mail to dadler@hirecounsel.com. We at Hire Counsel cannot promise that a particular candidate will get the job or an interview, but we can promise that we will review all submitted resumes.About Hire Counsel, a Purpose Legal CompanyHire Counsel, a Purpose Legal Company, is an agile legal talent agency. We build connections between legal professionals and our clients, some of the nation's largest law firms and legal departments (and some of the smallest). By connecting good lawyers with our clients, we help attorneys find a permanent home. We also provide individuals with the option to work on contract (temporary) assignments to aid their stability as they proceed with their job searches. Hire Counsel holds all resumes in the strictest confidence.