Job Posting: Labor & Employment Law Attorney
Location: Hybrid in San Francisco, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Practice Area: Labor & Employment Law
Labor & Employment Law Attorney Position Overview:
We are looking for an experienced senior litigator to join our litigation team. This role offers the chance to work on high-impact, complex cases in a collaborative and mission-driven environment. The ideal candidate will have at least six years of litigation defense experience and a strong background in developing case strategy, managing litigation in both state and federal courts, and handling all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, and trial.
This attorney will be a key player in high-profile cases involving labor and employment, public sector law, and government-related litigation. We seek a seasoned litigator with the expertise to lead and manage complex cases, advocate for clients in trial and appellate courts, and represent them before administrative agencies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and actively participate in all phases of litigation, including case strategy, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
- Lead trial proceedings by examining witnesses, presenting arguments, and advocating before judges and juries.
- Manage complex litigation cases at both the state and federal levels, including those involving constitutional and statutory law, as well as class actions.
- Represent clients in court and administrative hearings, including proceedings before the Public Employment Relations Board.
- Provide direct client counsel on investigations, strategic planning, and ongoing legal matters.
- Handle high-stakes cases in labor and employment law, as well as public sector litigation.
- Mentor and collaborate with associates and legal staff to foster professional growth and teamwork.
Qualifications:
- 6 Years' experience managing and litigating complex cases in state and federal courts.
- Strong ability to develop, coordinate, and execute discovery in high-stakes state and federal matters.
- Expertise in labor and employment law, public sector law, or government-related litigation is highly preferred.
- Exceptional written and oral advocacy skills, with a proven record of success in trial and appellate proceedings.
- Strong strategic thinking, case management, and client relationship-building abilities.
- Demonstrated dedication to public sector service or public interest legal practice.
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and provide mentorship to junior team members
- Licensed to practice law in California and in good standing with the State Bar.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
- Supportive, collaborative work environment.
- Great work/life balance.
- Low Billables.
How to Apply: Apply online, or send your resume in confidence to . We look forward to reviewing your application.
Call/Text Jaimi Harper directly at (605)- 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.