Mid-Senior Level Employment Litigation Associate

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a mid-senior level employment litigation associate in Los Angeles, California. This position offers the chance to handle significant responsibilities and work on complex matters for a diverse clientele.

Duties

• Draft and respond to discovery and initial pleadings.
• Write and argue motions.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Manage matters through all phases of litigation.

Requirements

• 3+ years of employment litigation experience.
• Experience with California wage-hour class action claims and PAGA cases.
• Admitted to practice in California.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

Education

• JD from an ABA accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in California.

Skills

• Motivated self-starter.
• Effective independent and collaborative worker.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) and carve out election.
• Profit sharing.
• Life insurance and long-term disability.
• Employee assistance program.
• Optional benefits: critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, student loan refinancing, life insurance for dependents, and pet insurance.

Nationally-known as one of the largest labor and employment law,firms, this firm has offices throughout the United States and partners with a network of lawyers on six continents to provide the highest quality service around the globe. Using technology, templates, and other systems allows the firm to be more efficient. Believing in diversity, the firm attracts professionals from various backgrounds and provides mentoring, training, and additional support and resources. Many of the lawyers are members of and serve in local and national organizations that help promote diversity and inclusion in the legal profession. The firm has an entrepreneurial culture and collegial atmosphere where employees can work as an individual or as a team. The firm is consistently growing and has many opportunities for professional and personal growth. The firm is an equal employment employer and has a great benefits package.