What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employment Attorney position at Tucker Ellis LLP?
Employment Attorney
Location – Los Angeles, Orange County, or San Francisco, CA (Hybrid)
Tucker Ellis LLP is seeking an experienced Employment Attorney to join our growing Labor & Employment practice in any of our California offices—Los Angeles, Orange County, or San Francisco. This position offers a hybrid work schedule and the opportunity to work with a nationally recognized team on sophisticated employment litigation and counseling matters.
About the Role
Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced management-side employment attorney with a modest portable practice (approximately $200,000 in portables) to help expand our practice in California. This is an ideal opportunity for a talented counsel-level attorney seeking an entrepreneurial environment with the support and resources of an Am Law 200 firm.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent employers in single-plaintiff and complex employment litigation, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage and hour matters
- Handle all aspects of litigation from inception through trial or resolution
- Advise clients on employment law compliance, policies, and risk management
- Draft and argue motions, conduct discovery, and manage case strategy
- Take and defend depositions
- Participate in mediation, arbitration, and trial proceedings
- Collaborate with partners and firm leadership to grow client relationships and develop new business
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in employment litigation, ideally with experience representing management
- Modest portable book of business (approximately $200,000 or more)
- Demonstrated ability to manage cases independently and provide practical business-oriented advice
- Exceptional written and oral advocacy skills
- Strong client relationship and business development skills
- Admission to practice in California
Why Tucker Ellis?
Tucker Ellis LLP is a full-service law firm with a national footprint and a reputation for excellence in trial work and client service. We offer an entrepreneurial platform that supports growth and collaboration, with resources to help expand your practice. Our culture emphasizes mentorship, teamwork, and a deep respect for work-life balance.
Salary Range:
Starting at $220,000 per year, with compensation commensurate with experience and portable business. Actual compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and the extent of portable clients.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Tucker Ellis LLP is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace for all.
Non-Solicitation Statement
Please note that Tucker Ellis LLP does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Any unsolicited resumes sent to our employees or offices will become the property of Tucker Ellis LLP, and no placement fees will be paid.
Salary : $220,000