Mid-level Associate Attorney

A law firm in Emeryville, CA, seeks a Mid-level Associate Attorney with experience in class action employment matters, specifically in wage and hour, PAGA, and FLSA claims. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in wage and hour, class and collective actions, exceptional writing skills, and experience in taking/defending depositions and arguing in court. This position offers a range of benefits, including contributions to health and dental plans, a 401(k) retirement plan, subsidized gym membership, and disability coverage.

Duties:

• Handle class action employment cases focusing on wage and hour, PAGA, and FLSA claims.
• Conduct legal research and analysis related to employment law matters.
• Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, including arguing motions and participating in hearings.
• Take and defend depositions of witnesses and experts.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex legal matters.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legal developments.

Requirements:

• Mid-level associate with several years of experience in wage and hour, class, and collective actions.
• Strong background in class action employment matters.
• Demonstrated experience in taking and defending depositions.
• Proven ability to argue cases in court.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills:

• Exceptional legal writing skills.
• Strong oral advocacy skills.
• Proficient in legal research and analysis.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Benefits:

• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Contributions to health and dental plans.
• Subsidized gym membership.
• Disability coverage.

This premier law firm with 27 years of experience focuses on civil litigation. Their nationwide reach is critical to addressing class action issues, multidistrict litigation, and complex cases that require high skill and substantive knowledge. Most of the cases go to trial. It's a competitive and lucrative place to build a legal career. This firm provides an opportunity to work on of the most valuable and important trials in the country.