Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance benefits are provided. Paid time off and paid holidays are provided. 401k is provided after one year of employment.
Experience:
Litigation: 3-5 years (Required) California State Bar (Required) Plaintiff or defense side employment law: 1 year (Preferred) Wage & hour, class/PAGA actions: 1 year (Preferred)
Associate Attorney (Litigation) - Westwood, California
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** is seeking a confident, energetic, and sharp Associate Attorney to join our growing employment law firm in Westwood, California. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and 401k after one year of employment.
Responsibilities:
- Handle wage and hour class/PAGA actions from inception through conclusion - Conduct legal research and analysis - Draft legal documents such as motions, pleadings, and briefs - Attend court hearings and trials - Assist in client meetings and consultations - Manage caseloads and ensure deadlines are met - Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex legal matters - Maintain a high level of professionalism and ethical standards
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school - Active California State Bar license, with no disciplinary history - At least 3-5 years of in-court litigation and deposition-handling experience coupled with a working knowledge of law and motion briefing and argument - Experience in plaintiff or defense side employment law, wage & hour, and class/PAGA actions is a plus - Superior oral advocacy skills and confidence - Great analytical and critical thinking skills - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to work independently and as part of a team - Attention to detail, honesty, dependability, computer savvy, and multi-tasking - Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook Email/Calendar, Adobe Acrobat, Apple Operating System, and other Litigation Software - Fluency in English (spoken & written). Spanish is a plus
- Highly regarded and growing employment law firm - Deeply dedicated to both our people and our profession - Based in beautiful Southern California - Competitive salary and benefits package - Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance benefits provided - Paid time off and paid holidays provided - 401k provided after one year of employment - No probationary period for full-time employees
Experience:
- Litigation: 3-5 years (Required) - California State Bar (Required) - Plaintiff or defense side employment law: 1 year (Preferred) - Wage & hour, class/PAGA actions: 1 year (Preferred)
Join our team at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** and make a difference in the lives of employees in California. We are committed to providing our clients with top-notch legal services and we are looking for an Associate Attorney who shares this commitment and is eager to grow their career with us. Don't miss this opportunity to join a highly regarded and growing employment law firm in beautiful Southern California. Apply now!
