Employment & Labor Senior Attorney

About the Firm

Wilson Elser is a national law firm with more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide. Recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms, we are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, client service, and mutual respect. Our firm empowers attorneys to grow their careers, contribute meaningfully, and thrive professionally in a supportive environment.

About the Role

Wilson Elser’s Los Angeles office is seeking an Employment & Labor Senior Attorney to join a collaborative team representing sophisticated clients in complex legal challenges. This role focuses on employment and labor matters, particularly wage and hour class actions and PAGA representative matters. The position offers meaningful responsibility, client interaction, and opportunities for growth within a nationally recognized employment litigation practice. A flexible, hybrid or remote working arrangement is available.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a litigation caseload from beginning to end.
• Represent clients in employment and labor claims, including wage and hour, PAGA, discrimination, retaliation, harassment, and wrongful termination matters.
• Collaborate with Partners and other attorneys on case strategy, legal analysis, litigation planning, and legal projects.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Handle court appearances, depositions, mediations, and other litigation events.
• Communicate with clients, provide status reports, and offer practical case assessments.
• Collaborate with attorneys across offices and practice areas to contribute to a cohesive team environment.
• Mentor and support more junior attorneys, if applicable.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in the State of California.
• 7+ years of litigation experience.
• Employment litigation experience required; experience with wage and hour class action and PAGA representative matters strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment and labor laws.
• Experience drafting pleadings, discovery, depositions, mediations, and client communications.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Legal project management experience is helpful.
• Trial experience is a plus.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and discretionary bonuses.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with firm match.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits.

Pay

Salary Range: $190,000 USD - $250,000 USD. A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, education, licensure, geographic location, market demands, and organizational needs.

Why Join Wilson Elser?

• Meaningful work handling sophisticated matters alongside experienced attorneys and partners.
• Collaborative culture that values mentorship and professional development.
• Opportunities for long-term growth within a nationally recognized firm.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement supporting work-life balance.
• Comprehensive benefits package.