Defend wage-and-hour litigation, including potential class actions, under California and federal law. Prepare and respond to written discovery, develop and execute discovery plans, take depositions, and handle discovery-related motions. Draft persuasive legal writing, including opposition to class-certification motions. Communicate professionally with clients regarding legal and strategic issues while maintaining strong follow-through.

Represents employers in single-plaintiff employment litigation involving harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination claims. Handles state and federal court matters, agency charges, discovery, depositions, motions, arbitrations, mediations, hearings, and trials. Provides employment advice and counsel, prepares case evaluations and mediation briefs, and proactively manages cases. Requires strong legal research and writing skills and admission to practice law in California.