Labor & Employment Attorney (Hybrid)

Job Posting : Labor & Employment Law Attorney

Job Type : Full-Time

Location : Multiple locations throughout California- San Francisco, Fresno, Sausalito, Los Angeles, Woodland Hills, Hermosa Beach, Newport Beach and more

Practice Area : Labor & Employment Law

Labor & Employment Law Attorney Position Overview :

A well-respected and growing California law firm is actively seeking a skilled Labor & Employment Attorney with a minimum of 1 years of litigation experience to join its dynamic legal team. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to handle a broad spectrum of employment law matters—including counseling, litigation, and compliance work—on behalf of a diverse client base that includes employers across multiple industries.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with wage and hour issues, discrimination and harassment claims, wrongful termination, and other workplace-related disputes. Candidates should also possess strong legal research and writing skills, and be comfortable managing cases through all stages of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and potentially trial preparation.

This is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative and collegial team within a firm known for its commitment to client service and attorney development.

About the Role :

As part of the firm’s Labor & Employment group, you will :

Represent employers in individual, class, and collective action litigation involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour violations, wrongful termination, and breach of employment contracts.

Handle litigation in state and federal courts as well as before administrative agencies such as the EEOC, DOL, and NLRB.

Assist with employment counseling , including drafting employee handbooks, developing personnel policies, and providing day-to-day compliance advice on issues such as FMLA, ADA, and wage / hour regulations.

Conduct internal workplace investigations , deliver compliance training , and participate in labor relations work such as union avoidance and grievance handling.

Draft legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and settlement agreements, and prepare for and attend depositions, mediations, and court appearances.

Ideal Candidate :

JD from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing (California)

Minimum of 1-15+ years of experience in any litigation practice

Experience with wage and hour class actions, FLSA and state law claims, and employment counseling.

Strong writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.

Comfortable working independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced, client-focused team.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a collaborative, nationally respected team focused on delivering exceptional results and practical solutions for employers.

Opportunity to work on high-impact litigation and cutting-edge workplace issues .

Competitive compensation, full benefits, and opportunities for growth and mentorship.

Hybrid work flexibility available

Benefits :

Competitive base salary and performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)

401(k) with firm match

Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave

Continuing legal education (CLE) support and bar dues reimbursement

Opportunities for advancement and mentorship

Firm-sponsored events and wellness programs

How to Apply : Apply online, or send your resume in confidence to jaimi.harper@gogpac.com . We look forward to reviewing your application!

Call / Text Jaimi Harper directly at (605)-679-9312 with questions about the position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.