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Description

Our client, a respected mid-sized law firm with a strong footprint in California, is seeking an experienced Of Counsel or Partner to join its Labor & Employment Litigation Practice Group in Sacramento. This is a key strategic hire for the firm, offering leadership opportunities and a platform to continue building a sophisticated employment litigation practice.

About the Role:

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in employment litigation, including class actions, PAGA claims, wage and hour matters, discrimination/harassment claims, and wrongful termination defense. This role is suited for a seasoned litigator who values autonomy, collaborative culture, and the ability to shape the direction of a growing practice group.

Responsibilities:

+ Lead and manage a docket of complex labor & employment litigation matters.

+ Serve as first chair on cases in state and federal courts, as well as administrative proceedings.

+ Supervise junior attorneys and staff, providing mentorship and oversight.

+ Build and maintain strong client relationships; contribute to client development initiatives.

+ Collaborate with firm leadership on strategic growth of the practice.

Requirements

Qualifications:

+ J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in the California Bar.

+ 10+ years of experience in labor & employment litigation.

+ Significant trial and deposition experience.

+ Demonstrated ability to manage cases independently and lead litigation teams.

+ A partial book of portable business is preferred, but not required.

+ Strong interpersonal, analytical, and business development skills.

What the Firm Offers:

+ Entrepreneurial environment with a commitment to practice excellence.

+ Supportive infrastructure for client development and cross-collaboration across practice groups.

+ Competitive compensation structure with origination and performance incentives.

+ Flexibility to shape your practice, with options for hybrid work.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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