Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm located in Los Angeles is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate Attorney with 5+ years of litigation experience defending federal and state wage and hour cases, including collective and class actions. The ideal candidate will have experience handling investigations before the U.S. Department of Labor, the California Department of Industrial Relations, the California Division of Labor Standards Enforcement, EEOC, and other state and local human rights agencies. Additionally, experience appearing before the National Labor Relations Board regarding matters related to union organizing, collective bargaining, unfair labor practices, union elections, and arbitrations, as well as handling employment litigation in federal and state court, is required. The candidate must have a JD from an ABA accredited law school and be admitted to practice in California.

Duties:

• Handle investigations before the U.S. Department of Labor, the California Department of Industrial Relations, the California Division of Labor Standards Enforcement, EEOC, and other state and local human rights agencies.
• Appear before the National Labor Relations Board regarding matters related to union organizing, collective bargaining, unfair labor practices, union elections, and arbitrations.
• Handle employment litigation in federal and state court.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on employment law issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal documents for court filings.
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, depositions, and other proceedings.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and stakeholders.
• Manage case files and documentation.
• Provide legal advice and counsel to clients on employment law matters.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA accredited law school.
• Admission to practice in California.
• 5+ years of litigation experience defending federal and state wage and hour cases, including collective and class actions.

Education:

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA accredited law school.

Certifications:

Admission to practice in California.

Skills:

• Litigation experience in federal and state courts
• Experience defending wage and hour cases, including collective and class actions
• Knowledge of employment law and regulations
• Legal research and analysis
• Drafting pleadings, motions, and legal documents
• Communication and advocacy skills
• Case management and organization

This nationwide firm is known for practicing in a wide range of areas including Employment and Labor Law, Real Estate, Insurance, Financial Services, Class Action, Construction Law, Intellectual Property, Data Privacy, and many others. This firm has earned numerous recognitions for its professional achievements and excellence. For over three decades, the firm has grown to 13 offices throughout the United States and over 180 attorneys. The highly experienced and skilled attorneys come from diverse backgrounds and provide clients with the most innovative and cost-effective solutions. Committed to diversity, the firm recruits lawyers and legal professionals with diverse backgrounds and life experiences. The firm offers competitive compensation with a full benefits package and an opportunity for an annual bonus. Fostering a collaborative environment, the firm provides the opportunity to build the career, relationships, and reputation every employee desires.,In addition, the firm encourages all lawyers to take active leadership roles in various professional organizations.