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About Us:

We are a well-regarded, fast-paced law firm located in the heart of Newport Beach, CA, specializing in employment law with a focus on defense for employers. We are committed to providing top-tier legal services to our clients while fostering a supportive, collaborative team environment. We are seeking a motivated Employment Defense Attorney with 2+ years of experience to join our growing practice.

Position Overview:

As an Employment Defense Attorney at Firm Name , you will represent clients in employment-related matters, focusing on defending against wage and hour disputes, discrimination claims, wrongful termination, retaliation, and other workplace issues. The ideal candidate will have experience in employment law, strong advocacy skills, and a desire to provide strategic, high-quality legal counsel to employers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle a caseload of employment defense matters
• Advise and represent clients in pre-litigation matters, including settlement negotiations and mediation
• Draft, review, and file motions, pleadings, and discovery documents
• Defend employers in discrimination, wrongful termination, harassment, wage and hour, and other employment-related disputes
• Appear in state and federal courts, and at administrative hearings
• Provide legal advice to employers on day-to-day employment law issues
• Assist in preparing for and representing clients in trials when necessary
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex cases and strategies

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Active membership in the California State Bar
• 2+ years of experience in employment law, with a focus on employment defense
• Strong knowledge of California and federal employment laws and regulations
• Experience with employment litigation, including motions, discovery, and trial preparation
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
• Strong client management skills and ability to build lasting client relationships

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with class action defense or wage and hour issues
• Experience representing employers in both state and federal courts
• Prior experience in alternative dispute resolution, including mediation or arbitration
• Knowledge of employment-related compliance and risk management
• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with firm matching
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Continuing legal education (CLE) stipend and opportunities for growth
• Friendly and collaborative work environment with a focus on work-life balance

Seniority level

• Seniority levelAssociate

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionLegal
• IndustriesLegal Services

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