Senior Counsel – Employment Litigation (Wage & Hour / Remote)

Counsel / Senior Counsel – Employment Litigation (Wage & Hour & PAGA) (Plaintiff-Side | Remote within California) About The Role Our client, a top-tier California plaintiff-side employment law firm, is expanding its litigation team and seeking Counsel or Senior Counsel-level attorneys with 5+ years of California wage & hour employment litigation experience. The firm focuses exclusively on wage & hour class actions and PAGA matters and offers attorneys the opportunity to work on high-impact cases, earn exceptional compensation, and enjoy a remote-first work environment. While the firm is plaintiff-side, candidates coming from employment defense backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply due to the quality of training and litigation rigor they bring. Prior plaintiff-side experience is not required. Attorneys may work fully remote anywhere in California, with optional access to the firm’s Los Angeles office. Compensation & Benefits Base Salary: $140,000 – $250,000 Total Compensation Potential: Top performers earn mid- to high-six figures ($500K+) Additional Compensation • Percentage of firm recovery on cases handled • Discretionary quarterly bonuses • Referral bonuses Benefits Include • 401(k) • Health, dental, and vision insurance (50% coverage including dependents) • Flexible time off • Remote-first work model Why This Opportunity • High Earnings Without Billable Hours: Plaintiff-side recoveries often exceed traditional defense compensation structures. • Remote Flexibility: Work from anywhere in California with minimal in-office expectations (typically once every 4–6 weeks for senior attorneys). • Career Growth: Clear paths to leadership and team-lead roles. • Recession-Resistant Practice: Wage & hour and PAGA litigation dominate California court dockets. • Sophisticated Litigation: Ideal for attorneys who enjoy complex, high-stakes employment litigation. Key Responsibilities • Manage a caseload of approximately 30-40 wage & hour and PAGA matters after onboarding. • Draft pleadings, motions, and written discovery. • Take and defend depositions. • Appear at hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences. • Communicate effectively with clients, co-counsel, and opposing counsel. Qualifications • 5+ years of California wage & hour employment litigation experience (class actions and/or PAGA). • Plaintiff-side or employment defense experience accepted. • Strong litigation fundamentals, including discovery, motion practice, and depositions. • Desire to focus long-term on wage & hour and PAGA litigation. • Active California Bar license. • Ability to work remotely within California with occasional travel. • This role is best suited for attorneys trained in firm-based litigation environments. Work Location • Remote within California • Optional access to Los Angeles office • Initial onboarding includes brief in-person training in Los Angeles #ZR Apply tot his job