Employment Attorney (Remote)

Employment Attorney (Remote) Career Consulting Partners has partnered with a boutique employment law firm in Pasadena, CA, dedicated to providing high-quality, client-centered representation. We are seeking a Litigation Attorney with 3–7 years of employment law experience to join our team. This role offers flexibility from the start: The position can transition into a fully remote role once you are acclimated. Senior Attorneys with more than 5 years of experience can be considered for a fully remote position from the start. They are committed to honesty and ethical conduct in all aspects of their work, particularly in their relationships with clients. They value diversity, treat all individuals with respect, and feel a strong responsibility to advocate for those who have historically been vulnerable or marginalized. They are not a high-volume firm. Instead, they are selective with the cases we take on, ensuring they provide their clients with realistic expectations and deliver meaningful results. DUTIES: • Manage a caseload of approximately 25 - 30 active matters • Handle primarily class action and PAGA cases, along with a select number of individual employment cases • Oversee litigation from intake through trial or settlement, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and court appearances • Collaborate with colleagues in weekly team meetings and remote huddles to share insights, develop case strategies, and strengthen teamwork • Work directly with clients, conducting interviews, providing updates, and building strong relationships, while supported by a dedicated legal assistant and paralegal resources • Strategize and negotiate with opposing counsel, mediators, and judges to secure favorable outcomes for clients • Depending on experience, either independently manage cases or work closely with senior attorneys while receiving mentorship and training • Contribute to a culture of collaboration, integrity, and client-centered advocacy REQUIREMENTS: • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school • An active member of the California State Bar in good standing • 3–7 years of experience handling employment law matters, with demonstrated litigation experience • Familiarity with class actions, PAGA, and wage & hour cases (trial experience a plus but not required) • Strong legal writing and oral advocacy skills, including drafting motions, briefs, and discovery responses • Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously while staying organized and detail-oriented • Comfortable working independently or collaboratively, with a commitment to regular team meetings and case strategy sessions • Excellent client communication skills, with the ability to build trust and explain complex legal issues clearly • A proactive, solutions-driven mindset with a passion for advocating on behalf of employees COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: • Salary Range: $160,000 - $300,000 • Bonuses and commissions • Paid time off • Paid sick time • Insurance arenaflex paid by the firm for the employee • Profit-sharing plan • Partnership Potential LOCATION: • Pasadena, CA 91101 • Near California Institute of Technology • This role offers flexibility from the start Please note that we at Career Consulting Partners will be sure to keep your information private. We will not submit you or your information to any firm without your consent. Once we have received your resume/application, we will reach out to you and review the firm(s) before we move forward. Apply tot his job

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