Labor & Employment Attorney

Job Description:

Labor & Employment Attorney

Location: San Diego, CA

Practice Area: Labor & Employment Law

Position Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Firm: Top-Tier Law 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.

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

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.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply directly through Marquee Legal. Submit your resume, cover letter, and a representative sample of relevant work to

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