Employment Attorney - Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Employment Attorney - Associate in San Diego, CA. The role involves defending employer clients in employment litigation and responding to administrative charges. Candidates should have experience in employment law, with wage and hour experience being a plus.

Duties

• Defend clients in employment-related claims.
• Investigate claims, analyze liability, and develop strategies.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Draft letters, memos, motions, and pleadings.
• Prepare discovery requests and take/defend depositions.
• Represent clients at court conferences, hearings, and mediations.
• Communicate regularly with partners, associates, and clients.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Current California bar admission, in good standing.
• 2+ years of experience, employment law background preferred.
• Excellent writing and attention to detail.
• Effective oral communication skills.
• Team player with strong interaction skills.
• Self-starter with organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Understanding of state and federal procedures.
• Comfortable with court appearances and depositions.
• Trial experience preferred, but not required.

Education

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Current California bar admission, in good standing.

Skills

• Excellent writing and attention to detail.
• Effective oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Understanding of state and federal procedures.

Benefits

• Annual Subjective Bonus.
• Annual Business Origination Bonus.
• Annual Objective Bonus for Hours Billed over 1850.
• Annual 401k Contributions by the Firm.
• Annual Profit-Sharing Contributions by the Firm.
• Wellness Benefit Reimbursement.
• Cell Phone/Internet Stipend.
• Paid Parking/Transportation.
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO).
• 11 Paid Firm Holidays.
• Paid Jury Duty.
• Paid Bereavement Leave.
• Paid Maternity, Paternity, Catastrophic Disability Leave.
• 100% Paid Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) for Associate.
• Paid Life Insurance.
• Paid Long Term Disability Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care and Dependent Care.
• Paid Bar Dues.
• Paid/Firm-Sponsored Continuing Legal Education.
• Employee Assistance Program.

This 100 percent female and minority-owned law firm with offices in cities across the USA specializes in employment law, business and general liability, and professional liability, with an emphasis on real estate, construction, and design professionals. Its client base ranges from Fortune 250 public and privately-held behemoths to mom-and-pop shops, non-profits, and public institutions. Its expert attorneys and support staff enjoy a stimulating work environment that offers enormous potential for growth and development while offering very competitive compensation and a great benefits packages. The firm has consistently recorded high success rates for cases and maintains an interest in community development, which is evident from its regular participation in community events and support of non-profit organizations.