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Kimball, Tirey & St. John LLP

Senior Employment Attorney

Kimball, Tirey & St. John LLP, Irvine, California, United States, 92713

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Base pay range $175,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr

Employment Attorney – Orange County Office We are an established real estate and business law firm with offices across California. Our Orange County office is searching for an Employment Attorney to handle a wide array of complex civil litigation matters, including but not limited to employment litigation. Ideal candidates are eager to learn, great team players, positive attitude, strong relationship building with our large client base, and capable of operating independently with limited supervision.

About Us With over 45 years in the California legal industry and six offices statewide, our firm was founded on a commitment to customer service that has flourished within our culture of inclusion and diversity. We believe in working hard for our clients each day and in taking care of our employees, so they are empowered to do their very best work. It is our mission to provide the highest quality, cost‑effective legal services to our clients.

Schedule Position is full‑time, exempt. Our business hours are 8:30 am – 5:30 pm Monday–Thursday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Friday.

Compensation $175,000 – $250,000 / annually + Bonus.

Responsibilities

Provide legal representation to clients, assessing the facts and issues of each scenario and counseling clients appropriately.

Advise clients on federal and state employment laws, wage and hour issues, harassment, disability, discrimination and wrongful termination claims and workplace restraining orders.

Research and draft motions, employment agreements, employee occupancy agreements, termination agreements, employee contracts, employee handbooks, and workplace policies.

Provide litigation defense or prosecution of civil claims.

Respond to client concerns to increase and retain business.

Participate in industry organizations and affiliated committees to increase the firm’s visibility in the community and within the industry.

Represent the firm internally and externally.

Other duties as needed to support the legal and management goals of the department.

The successful candidate will be required to make court appearances and attend meetings in Orange County, Los Angeles, San Diego and the Inland Empire.

Qualifications

J.D. and an active California Bar license.

7–10+ years attorney experience.

Experience in Employment Law and/or Employment Litigation.

Ability to communicate regularly with clients on a range of practice group topics.

Ability to multi‑task and operate against inflexible deadlines both in a team environment and independently.

Excellent attention to detail.

Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.

Ability to work collaboratively with others.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage and reprioritize caseload.

Commitment to professional development and continuous learning.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Real Estate Litigation.

Experience with ProLaw or other billing and document management program.

Why Work for Us? Our firm offers a rewarding work environment that values a work‑life balance and fosters a culture of professional growth and opportunities. We provide a comprehensive compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), paid vacation, and sick time. Our attorney annual hourly billing minimum is 1,600 hours.

What Employees Are Saying About Working With Us

The people, atmosphere, culture, and work/life balance are great.

I always feel included, respected, and a part of the team.

I have been given so many opportunities to grow and have learned so much.

Application Process Candidates who meet the criteria for the position will be contacted for the next step in the hiring process. Interviews are currently being conducted by phone or video with possible in‑person interviews for finalist candidates.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Legal

Industries Law Practice

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