Law Firms
Senior Attorney/ Partner - Labor & Employment Law
Law Firms, Newport Beach, California, us, 92659
Overview
Senior Attorney/Partner – Labor & Employment Defense at Law Firms in Newport Beach, CA (Hybrid). Base pay range: $300,000.00/yr - $400,000.00/yr. Portable book of business highly preferred. Bills are not quota-driven; practice autonomy and client service are emphasized. Job Title:
Senior Attorney/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 seek a strategic and entrepreneurial
Senior Attorney/Partner
with a focus on
Labor & Employment Defense
to join their growing Employment Law Practice. This is a unique opportunity 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 8 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 great but not required , and the firm offers full support to help further develop and expand your practice. 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 Salary and Benefits
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 benefits for this position, subject to 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. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Legal Industries
Law Practice and Legal Services
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Senior Attorney/Partner – Labor & Employment Defense at Law Firms in Newport Beach, CA (Hybrid). Base pay range: $300,000.00/yr - $400,000.00/yr. Portable book of business highly preferred. Bills are not quota-driven; practice autonomy and client service are emphasized. Job Title:
Senior Attorney/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 seek a strategic and entrepreneurial
Senior Attorney/Partner
with a focus on
Labor & Employment Defense
to join their growing Employment Law Practice. This is a unique opportunity 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 8 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 great but not required , and the firm offers full support to help further develop and expand your practice. 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 Salary and Benefits
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 benefits for this position, subject to 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. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Legal Industries
Law Practice and Legal Services
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