Associate Attorney needed for Emeryville office

A law firm in Emeryville, CA, is actively seeking an experienced Associate Attorney specializing in class and collective actions, as well as wage and hour claims. The ideal candidate should possess 3-7 years of relevant experience, be a member of the California Bar, and have a strong background in handling complex employment-related legal matters. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic legal practice while enjoying competitive benefits.

Duties:

• Class and Collective Actions:

  • Handle and manage class and collective action lawsuits.
  • Represent clients in complex employment litigation matters.

• Wage and Hour Claims:

  • Specialize in wage and hour claims, ensuring compliance with relevant laws.
  • Provide legal advice and representation on wage-related disputes.

• Legal Research:

  • Conduct thorough legal research on employment laws, regulations, and precedents.
  • Stay abreast of developments impacting class actions and wage disputes.

• Client Interaction:

  • Interact with clients to understand their employment-related legal needs.
  • Provide legal advice and guidance, ensuring client satisfaction.

• Case Management:

  • Manage and oversee multiple cases simultaneously.
  • Ensure compliance with legal procedures, deadlines, and client expectations.

Requirements:

• Experience:

  • 3-7 years of experience in class and collective actions and wage and hour claims.

• Bar Admission:

  • Must be admitted to the California Bar.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Skills:

• Employment Law Expertise:

  • Specialized expertise in class and collective actions, and wage and hour claims.

• Legal Research and Analysis:

  • Strong research and analytical skills in employment laws and regulations.

• Client Management:

  • Exceptional client management and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to understand and address client needs effectively.

• Case Management:

  • Proficient in managing multiple employment cases simultaneously.
  • Diligent adherence to legal procedures and deadlines.

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.