Senior Employment Law Partner
True Talent Solutions Partners · United States · remote
ABOUT THE ROLE
A California-based employment law practice is seeking a Senior Partner to lead defense and advisory work for school districts and public entities. This role combines high-stakes litigation with strategic counsel and policy development, supporting clients as they navigate employment and education laws.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Defend school districts in employment lawsuits and disputes before administrative agencies and labor boards.
- Oversee discovery, motion practice, and settlement negotiations involving public sector employment and education law.
- Advise school boards, superintendents, and HR teams on Title IX, ADA, FMLA, and related regulations.
- Develop risk mitigation strategies for employee discipline, hiring, contracts, union relations, and tenure matters.
- Draft and review employment policies and staff contracts, ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
- Train district leaders and HR teams on legal compliance, discrimination, harassment prevention, and employee relations.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- 10 or more years of employment law experience, primarily representing defendants, including substantial school district and public entity defense work.
- Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California and authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
- Extensive employment litigation experience, including PAGA matters, wage and hour audits, and employment law compliance documents.
- Civil trial experience as first or second chair.
- A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, with strong research, analytical, and negotiation skills.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Base salary: $230,000 to $300,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.
LOCATION
On-site in California, United States.