Employment Law AttorneyLocation: California (Remote)
Compensation: $175,000 - $230,000 Base + Performance Bonuses
Recruiting Agency: TechStaffers
About the OpportunityTechStaffers is conducting a
confidential search on behalf of a well-established and highly respected California-based law firm that continues to expand its Employment Law practice.
The firm is seeking an experienced
Employment Law Partner with 10+ years of employment law defense experience to join its growing team. This role is ideal for a senior attorney with deep expertise in
school district and public entity defense, who enjoys a strategic mix of litigation, compliance counseling, and advisory work.
This fully remote role (California-based) offers meaningful autonomy, a reasonable billable hour expectation, and a manageable caseload-providing long-term stability without the demands of a traditional large-firm environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesLitigation Defense & Risk Management- Defend school districts in employment-related matters, including wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage/hour, and PAGA claims.
- Represent clients in proceedings before administrative agencies such as the EEOC, labor boards, and state education authorities.
- Manage all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, and settlement negotiations, with a focus on public-sector employment law.
Strategic Counsel & Advisory Services- Advise school boards, superintendents, and HR leadership on compliance with Title IX, ADA, FMLA, and California employment laws.
- Develop proactive legal strategies related to employee discipline, hiring practices, labor disputes, and risk mitigation.
- Provide guidance on union relations, collective bargaining agreements, and teacher tenure matters.
Policy Development & Compliance- Draft, review, and update employment policies, handbooks, and compliance documentation.
- Conduct employment law compliance reviews and wage/hour audits.
- Ensure alignment with federal, state, and education-specific employment regulations.
Training & Client Education- Deliver training programs for administrators and HR professionals on employment law compliance and best practices.
- Lead workshops on anti-discrimination, harassment prevention, and managing unionized educational workforces.
Qualifications- Experience: 10+ years of exclusive employment law defense experience.
- Industry Focus: School district defense experience required; public entity defense experience is a plus.
- Litigation: Strong employment litigation background; trial experience preferred but not required.
- PAGA: Extensive experience handling PAGA matters.
- Compliance: Experience with employment law compliance documentation, handbooks, and wage/hour audits.
- Education: Bachelor's degree and Juris Doctor from an accredited institution.
- Bar Admission: Active member of the State Bar of California in good standing.
- Skills: Superior research, analytical, negotiation, written, and oral communication abilities.
- Location: Must be based in California.
- Professional Approach: Commitment to proactive case management and client-focused service.
Compensation & Benefits- Base Salary: $175,000 - $230,000 (commensurate with experience).
- Bonus: Performance-based bonus eligibility.
- Billable Hours: 1,150 annually.
- Caseload: Approximately 15-25 active matters.
- Work Arrangement: Fully remote (California).
- Benefits: Competitive benefits package aligned with senior-level roles.