Description A well-known firm in the Valley is looking for a skilled Labor & Employment Attorney to join the dynamic legal team in Westlake Village, California. In this role, you will have the opportunity to represent public safety officers and associations in a variety of employment law matters, including collective bargaining, and administrative proceedings. This position offers a hybrid work environment (and days on-site are flexible), requiring occasional travel to meet with clients and attend appearances. Responsibilities: • Represent public safety officers and associations in employment law cases, including litigation related to discrimination, retaliation, wage and hour disputes, and more. • Conduct thorough legal research and factual investigations to develop effective case strategies. • Draft and review legal documents such as pleadings, discovery responses, and employment-related demand letters. • Take and defend depositions, and conduct investigatory interviews to gather critical case information. • Negotiate settlement agreements and prepare for arbitration or trial proceedings. • Provide advisory support on collective bargaining agreements and labor negotiations. • Manage a caseload independently while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards. • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to establish trust and credibility. • Travel as needed to client sites and public entities represented by the firm. ^ Pay is contingent upon the experience above. For the right individual, this Labor & Employment Attorney could sit in San Diego or Northern Orange County; the firm has satellite offices here. Requirements • Minimum of 3 years of civil litigation experience, with some focus on employment law. • Active license to practice law in California. • Strong skills in drafting motions, conducting depositions, and handling litigation processes. • Familiarity with California labor laws and employment practices. • Willingness to represent public officers such as police and fire department personnel. • Ability to manage a caseload independently while collaborating with team members. For consideration, please email your resume to Melanie.Kent[at]roberthalf[dotcom] with Labor & Employment Attorney as the subject line, indicating how many days/week you can commute to Westlake Village, North Orange County, or Downtown San Diego. 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. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. 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. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .