Description:
Description:We are seeking a seasoned employment litigator to serve as lead counsel managing high-stakes employment litigation across U.S. locations. This role requires deep litigation expertise to direct complex class actions, single-plaintiff matters, and regulatory investigations from inception through trial. This position offers direct impact on Amazon's most critical employment disputes at one of the world's most innovative companies.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Serve as lead supervising counsel on complex employment litigation matters including class actions, PAGA claims, and high-exposure single-plaintiff cases
- Develop comprehensive litigation strategy and manage sophisticated case portfolios from complaint through resolution
- Assess, select, and supervise outside counsel on high-stakes employment litigation matters
- Provide litigation risk assessments and strategic recommendations to senior leadership
A day in the life:
You'll start your day reviewing class certification briefing for a high-impact wage-hour case. Afternoons could include case strategy sessions with outside counsel, revising dispositive motions, or leading strategy on a mock jury exercise. You'll own strategic case management, working independently while collaborating across Legal, HR, and business teams to achieve favorable litigation outcomes.
About the Team:
The Labor & Employment team provides strategic legal guidance on the full spectrum of employment matters. We're a collaborative, high-performing team that values practical judgment, business partnership, and innovative problem-solving. We prioritize professional development, and are proud to offer an inclusive environment where every team member can thrive.
Basic Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
- 7+ years of legal experience
- 5+ years of litigation experience
- Experience as first or second chair in employment litigation matters
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience managing multiple projects and priorities across teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Law firm litigation background with experience handling employment matters
- 5+ years of experience in employment litigation
