Labor & Employment Attorney
1918 Palomar Oaks Way , Suite 100 Carlsbad, CA 92008 US
Job Description
Location: San Diego, CA
Practice Area: Labor & Employment Law
Position Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Firm: Top-Tier Law Firm
About the Firm
Our client, a prestigious and rapidly expanding law firm with a national presence, is seeking a highly skilled Labor & Employment Attorney to join their thriving San Diego office. Known for their exceptional legal counsel, collaborative culture, and commitment to excellence, this firm offers a unique opportunity to work on complex and high-profile labor and employment matters in a supportive and growth-oriented environment.
Position Overview
As a Labor & Employment Attorney, you will be an integral part of the firm's Labor & Employment Division. You will represent clients in a broad range of employment matters, including counseling employers, handling litigation, and advising on compliance with labor laws. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a highly regarded team and build a long-term career with a leading firm.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent employers in state and federal court litigation, including wage and hour claims, wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation cases.
- Conduct workplace investigations and prepare detailed findings and recommendations.
- Provide strategic counsel on employment policies, employee discipline, terminations, and compliance with California and federal employment laws.
- Draft and review employment-related documents, such as handbooks, policies, contracts, and severance agreements.
- Manage administrative proceedings before agencies such as the EEOC, DFEH, and NLRB.
- Advise clients on labor relations matters, including union negotiations and collective bargaining agreements.
- Stay abreast of legal developments in employment law and provide thought leadership to clients and internal teams.
Qualifications
- Bar Admission: Must be an active member in good standing with the California State Bar.
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years of labor and employment experience at an AMLAW 100 Firm.
- Skills:
- Proven litigation experience, including taking and defending depositions, drafting dispositive motions, and representing clients in court.
- Strong advisory and counseling capabilities with corporate clients.
- Excellent legal research and writing skills.
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Education: J.D. from a top tier law school.
What the Firm Offers
- Competitive compensation package, including base salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k).
- Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, and career advancement.
- A supportive, collegial work environment that values diversity and inclusion.
Why Join This Team?
This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and growing division within a highly regarded law firm. The firm’s commitment to professional growth, cutting-edge work, and client service makes it an excellent platform for success in the competitive Labor & Employment legal market.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply directly through Marquee Legal. Submit your resume, cover letter, and a representative sample of relevant work to legal@marqueestaffing.com.
Marquee Legal specializes in connecting top-tier legal talent with leading firms and organizations. Our experienced team of legal recruiters provides personalized support to ensure a seamless recruitment process for both candidates and clients.
Meet Your Recruiter
Alexis Cabero
Branch Manager
As Branch Manager, Alexis Cabero oversees recruiting efforts across all divisions while spearheading the Legal and Healthcare divisions. She leads a team of recruiters and drives talent strategies that support a wide range of business needs. Alexis specializes in identifying top-tier professionals in accounting & finance, legal support, medical devices, administrative operations, customer service, engineering, and human resources.
A graduate of the University of California, Irvine with a B.A. in Arts and Digital Media, Alexis began her recruiting career in 2014 staffing assisted living facilities—matching compassionate healthcare professionals with clients who needed dedicated, non-medical personal care. Her experience has since expanded into high-volume recruiting, professional staffing, and niche talent acquisition, placing candidates in roles such as Staff Accountants, AP/AR Specialists, Payroll professionals, Legal Assistants, Paralegals, and other essential positions.
Alexis is passionate about helping individuals recognize and reach their full potential. She takes a consultative, personalized approach with every candidate, using a thorough discovery process to understand their strengths and align them with meaningful opportunities exclusive to Marquee Staffing.