Labor & Employment Attorney
Job Description
Location: Costa Mesa, CA - Hybrid
Job Type: [Full-Time / Permanent]
Bar Status: Must be licensed and in good standing in California
Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Litigation Attorney with a strong background in management-side Labor & Employment law to join our team. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience at a large law firm, with a focus on defending employers in complex employment litigation and providing strategic legal counsel.
Key Responsibilities:
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Represent employers in litigation matters including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage and hour claims, and unfair competition
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Manage all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation
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Advise and counsel clients on employment-related issues, including compliance with state and federal employment laws
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Draft and review legal documents including pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements
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Maintain active communication with clients, providing updates and strategic guidance
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Collaborate with internal teams and partners on case strategy and client service
Qualifications:
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Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
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3+ years of labor and employment law experience (management-side) at a large law firm
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Substantial litigation experience in employment law matters
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Proven experience advising employers on day-to-day compliance and risk mitigation
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Outstanding academic credentials
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Active license to practice law in California and in good standing
Meet Your Recruiter
Alexis Cabero
Branch Manager
As Branch Manager, Alexis Cabero focuses on identifying talent for a variety of industries including medical devices, administrative support, customer service, engineering, and human resources. Graduating from The University of California, Irvine with a B.A. in Arts and Digital Media, Alexis’ recruiting career began in 2014 while staffing for assisted living facilities, where she matched passionate healthcare professionals to provide personal non-medical care for home care clients. Alexis is passionate about helping others recognize their potential, and does so by using a thorough discovery process with her candidates to better understand what areas they excel in and providing opportunities exclusive to Marquee Staffing.
While out of office, Alexis enjoys spending her free time with family and her six dogs.