The California offices of Kaufman Dolowich, a full-service National Law firm with more than 250 attorneys across 16 offices and over 25 practice areas, are actively seeking an attorney to join our growing Labor and Employment practice group.
Our Employment Practice Group represents employers in complex and high-profile employment matters across a broad range of industries. The ideal candidate will possess strong litigation, research, writing, and advocacy skills, with experience independently managing sophisticated employment matters through all phases of litigation.
Responsibilities
Independently manage all phases of employment litigation from inception through resolution
Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation-related filings
Conduct and defend depositions and participate in mediations, settlement negotiations, and other dispute resolution proceedings
Attend and advocate at court appearances, hearings, arbitrations, administrative proceedings, and trials
Handle matters involving employment discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour disputes, PAGA claims, and other employment-related matters
Represent employers in investigations and proceedings before federal, state, and local agencies
Advise and counsel employers on workplace issues, employment law compliance, personnel matters, and risk management strategies
Manage discovery, motion practice, investigations, and case deadlines in both state and federal courts
Communicate directly with clients, provide strategic guidance, and maintain strong client relationships
Collaborate with attorneys across offices and practice groups to develop litigation strategies and achieve favorable outcomes
Qualifications
Admission to practice in California required
Minimum of 5 years of employment litigation experience
Experience handling employment litigation matters in both state and federal courts
Demonstrated experience drafting and arguing motions, conducting depositions, and managing complex litigation matters
Excellent legal writing, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
Ability to independently manage an active caseload and prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to exceptional client service
Preferred Experience
Employment discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination litigation
Wage and hour litigation, including collective actions, class actions, and PAGA matters
Traditional labor law matters and labor-management relations
Investigations before the U.S. Department of Labor, California Department of
Industrial Relations, California Division of Labor Standards Enforcement, EEOC, and state and local human rights agencies
Experience appearing before the National Labor Relations Board in matters involving union organizing, collective bargaining, unfair labor practices, representation proceedings, and labor arbitrations
Why Join Kaufman Dolowich?
Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture with strong mentorship and support
Significant opportunities for professional growth, client development, and advancement
Unlimited PTO for Attorneys
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
Robust discretionary and billable-based bonus opportunities
Meaningful clients contact and hands-on litigation experience
Base Salary Range:
$135,000-$200,000
Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.