Counsel

Of Counsel — Employment & Labor, Sacramento

  • LocationSacramento, California
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience7+ PQE
  • Compensation$230k–$270k
  • PracticeEmployment & Labor

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Senior litigation attorney role within a busy Employment & Labor practice in Sacramento. The position focuses on defense-side employment litigation and counseling, supporting a team that handles trials, hearings, investigations, and pre- and post-litigation matters.

Typical responsibilities include taking and defending depositions, legal research and drafting (memoranda, motions, pleadings), managing discovery and investigations, preparing dispositive motions and position statements, and advising clients on a variety of employment-law issues. The team values strong writing, analytical ability, and a collaborative, client-focused approach.

The role offers access to formal training and professional development programs, standard employee benefits, and opportunities to work on a steady docket of employment-defense matters.

  • Juris Doctor and active membership in the California bar in good standing.
  • Minimum ~7 years of employment litigation defense experience preferred.
  • Proven litigation skills including depositions, motions practice, and discovery management.
  • Excellent written and oral communication, strong analytical and organizational abilities, and a team-oriented mindset.

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