Full Remote Partner with Book (Labor & Employment)

Job Title: Partner – Labor & Employment Defense Location: California (Full Remote) Portable Book of Business: Highly Preferred Job Description: Our client is a premier business law firm located in Newport Beach and Sacramento 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 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. 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 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] Apply tot his job Apply To this Job