Job Title: Partner – Labor & Employment Defense
Location: Newport Beach, CA (Hybrid)
Billable Hour Requirement: None
Portable Book of Business: Highly Preferred
Job Description:
Our client is a premier business law firm located in Newport Beach, California, known for delivering sophisticated, partner-level legal services across core practice areas including employment law, litigation, corporate, and real estate.
They are seeking a strategic and entrepreneurial Partner with a focus on Labor & Employment Defense to join their growing Employment Law Practice. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced attorney to practice at the highest level—without billable hour quotas —in a supportive and collaborative environment that emphasizes client service and professional autonomy.
Position Overview:
This role is ideal for a seasoned employment law litigator or counselor with at least 9 years of experience, who is ready to move into a leadership-level position. Candidates should have significant experience representing employers in California and federal employment matters, as well as a demonstrated ability to manage client relationships and generate business. A portable book of business is highly preferred , and the firm offers full support to help further develop and expand your practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise employers on a wide range of employment law issues including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage & hour, leaves of absence, discipline, and termination
- Defend employers in employment litigation, including single-plaintiff and class/PAGA actions in state and federal court
- Handle administrative agency matters (DFEH/CRD, EEOC, DLSE)
- Conduct internal investigations and compliance audits
- Draft employment policies, handbooks, contracts, and separation agreements
- Develop and lead training sessions for employers on HR compliance and risk management
- Collaborate with other senior attorneys and firm leadership to expand client relationships and build the practice
Ideal Candidate Profile
- J.D. from a top-tier law school
- Active member in good standing with the California State Bar
- 8+ years of relevant labor & employment defense experience
- A portable book of business (minimum ~$300K preferred; flexible depending on fit)
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between ($300,000 – $400,000 annually). Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: (medical insurance) (dental insurance) (vision insurance) (401(k) retirement plan) (life insurance) (long-term disability insurance) (short-term disability insurance) (2 to 3 weeks of paid time off)