Senior Labor & Employment Attorney

Plaintiff Senior Attorney opportunity. 5+ years of in plaintiff Labor & Employment experience.

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Salary: $160,000 - $195,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are working with a well-known, highly regarded law firm with a large California presence who is seeking a Labor & Employment Attorney to join their San Diego team.

Position: Plaintiff Labor & Employment Associate Attorney
Location: multiple offices - Los Angeles, CA (on-site)
Base salary: $160k-$195k/year + bonuses & sign-on bonus.

Why join us?

• Full benefits package
• High volume of meaningful litigation experience, early and often
• Consistent opportunities for courtroom appearances and depositions
• Mentorship from top trial attorneys
• Professional, supportive in-office culture

Job Details

Job Details:

We are currently seeking a highly motivated, experienced Senior Labor & Employment Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who is passionate about advocating for the rights of employees and has a proven track record in plaintiff-side employment law. This position will involve handling a wide range of employment litigation matters, including wage and hour class actions, discrimination, wrongful termination, and harassment cases. The successful candidate will have a strong background in trial work and be able to take a case from inception through trial.

Responsibilities:

• Represent plaintiffs in all aspects of employment litigation, including class action lawsuits.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Develop case strategies and tactics to effectively represent clients and maximize potential for success.
• Handle all aspects of discovery, including taking and defending depositions.
• Represent clients in court, including making appearances, arguing motions, participating in trial proceedings, and negotiating settlements.
• Provide legal advice and guidance to clients regarding their employment rights and obligations.
• Stay current on developments in employment law and regularly update the team on changes that may impact our clients.
• Participate in business development activities, including networking events, seminars, and conferences.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in employment law with a focus on plaintiff-side representation.
• Proven trial experience, including first chair trial experience.
• Strong litigation skills, including experience with discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to manage a high caseload and juggle multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with clients, opposing counsel, and team members.
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards.
• Strong negotiation skills, with the ability to achieve favorable settlements for clients.
• Commitment to advocating for the rights of employees.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and creatively.

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