Employment Attorney

Salary: $120,000 - $148,000

About Us

At ChrisMatthew Group, we support a diverse portfolio of businesses with HR, legal, and compliance solutions designed to protect our people and operations. We are seeking an Entry-Level Attorney with 12 years of experience in employment law to join our Legal team. This is a unique opportunity to gain deep hands-on experience in a fast-paced, employer-side practice that spans multiple industries and companies under one organizational umbrella.

Position Summary

As a junior member of our in-house legal team, you will assist in managing and responding to employment-related claims and compliance matters, including investigations, agency responses, and general workplace legal support. Youll work closely with paralegals, HR partners, and outside counsel, and will gain exposure to real-world cases while being mentored by seasoned legal professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft legal responses to claims from EDD, DFEH/CRD, EEOC, and DLSE/Labor Board.
• Support internal investigations by preparing notes, legal summaries, and document review.
• Provide guidance to HR teams on legal best practices in performance, discipline, and terminations.
• Help oversee a high-volume caseload across multiple businesses and industries.
• Assist with discovery responses, subpoena compliance, and litigation hold procedures.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda as needed.
• Stay updated on changes to California and federal employment law.
• Collaborate with outside counsel and internal stakeholders to move matters forward efficiently.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all case-related activities.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in California.
• 12 years of employment law experience (internship, firm, or in-house experience welcome).
• Familiarity with wage and hour laws, discrimination and harassment claims, and employer-side compliance.
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Excellent time management and ability to juggle multiple deadlines.
• Collaborative, detail-oriented, and eager to learn.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus but not required.