Senior Counsel/Partner

About the Role

A national law firm is seeking a highly experienced attorney to join its Labor & Employment practice in Orange County, California. The position may be titled Senior Counsel , Of Counsel , or Partner , depending on experience and qualifications. This hybrid role is ideal for an attorney with a strong background in employment litigation, particularly in handling individual FEHA matters. A portable book of business is not required. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing team and take the lead on sophisticated and high-impact cases.

Responsibilities

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Manage a caseload of employment litigation matters, with a focus on individual FEHA cases

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Represent clients in all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, mediation, and trial preparation

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Provide strategic legal counsel on employment-related issues and risk mitigation

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Collaborate with other attorneys on complex litigation and provide mentorship where appropriate

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Engage directly with clients, demonstrating excellent service and responsiveness

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Maintain compliance with firm processes and client reporting standards

Qualifications

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Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school

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Active license to practice law in the State of California

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Extensive experience in labor and employment litigation

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Deep knowledge of California employment law, including FEHA, wage & hour, and administrative agency matters

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Proven ability to independently manage a litigation caseload

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Excellent legal writing, oral advocacy, and client communication skills

Desired Qualifications

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First-chair experience in depositions, mediations, and trial preparation

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Prior experience mentoring or supervising junior attorneys

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Demonstrated interest in employment law and litigation strategy

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Ability to build strong client relationships in a collaborative law firm environment

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Strong business acumen and problem-solving abilities

Benefits

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Flexible hybrid work schedule

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Direct access to high-quality clients and complex legal matters

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Competitive base salary ranging from $200,000 to $250,000, plus bonus programs

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Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage

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401(k) plan with employer contribution

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Paid parental leave program and child care support options

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Life insurance, disability coverage, and flexible spending accounts

Additional Information

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This firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status

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The firm participates in E-Verify