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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for human rights attorney in California is $151,602.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $92,300.00 and $185,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Human Rights Attorney advocates for individuals and groups whose fundamental rights have been violated. They may work on cases involving discrimination, refugee rights, freedom of speech, or humanitarian law. Their responsibilities include legal research, representation in court, policy advocacy, and working with international human rights organizations. They often collaborate with NGOs, government agencies, and advocacy groups to promote and protect human rights globally.

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Infographic showing various Human Rights Attorney job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $151,602 per year, or $72.9 per hour.

Employment Litigation Attorney

Kaufman Dolowich LLP

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$155K - $215K/yr

Full-time

PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

The San Francisco, CA office of Kaufman Dolowich, a full-service National Law firm with more than 250 attorneys across 16 offices and over 25 practice areas, is actively seeking an attorney to join our growing Labor and Employment practice group.
Our Employment Practice Group represents employers in complex and high-profile employment matters across a broad range of industries. The ideal candidate will possess strong litigation, research, writing, and advocacy skills, with experience independently managing sophisticated employment matters through all phases of litigation.
Responsibilities
  • Independently manage all phases of employment litigation from inception through resolution
  • Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation-related filings
  • Conduct and defend depositions and participate in mediations, settlement negotiations, and other dispute resolution proceedings
  • Attend and advocate at court appearances, hearings, arbitrations, administrative proceedings, and trials
  • Handle matters involving employment discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour disputes, PAGA claims, and other employment-related matters
  • Represent employers in investigations and proceedings before federal, state, and local agencies
  • Advise and counsel employers on workplace issues, employment law compliance, personnel matters, and risk management strategies
  • Manage discovery, motion practice, investigations, and case deadlines in both state and federal courts
  • Communicate directly with clients, provide strategic guidance, and maintain strong client relationships
  • Collaborate with attorneys across offices and practice groups to develop litigation strategies and achieve favorable outcomes

Qualifications
  • Admission to practice in California required
  • Minimum of 5 years of employment litigation experience
  • Experience handling employment litigation matters in both state and federal courts
  • Demonstrated experience drafting and arguing motions, conducting depositions, and managing complex litigation matters
  • Excellent legal writing, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
  • Ability to independently manage an active caseload and prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to exceptional client service

Preferred Experience
  • Employment discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination litigation
  • Wage and hour litigation, including collective actions, class actions, and PAGA matters
  • Traditional labor law matters and labor-management relations
  • Investigations before the U.S. Department of Labor, California Department of
  • Industrial Relations, California Division of Labor Standards Enforcement, EEOC, and state and local human rights agencies
  • Experience appearing before the National Labor Relations Board in matters involving union organizing, collective bargaining, unfair labor practices, representation proceedings, and labor arbitrations

Why Join Kaufman Dolowich?
  • Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture with strong mentorship and support
  • Significant opportunities for professional growth, client development, and advancement
  • Unlimited PTO for Attorneys
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
  • Robust discretionary and billable-based bonus opportunities
  • Meaningful clients contact and hands-on litigation experience

Base Salary Range: $155,000-$215,000
Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate's experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.

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