Senior Wage and Hour Attorney

A law firm in Emeryville, CA, seeks a Senior Wage and Hour Attorney with 11+ years of experience. The ideal candidate must be admitted to the California Bar and possess extensive knowledge and expertise in wage and hour law.

Duties:

• Provide expert legal counsel and representation to clients on wage and hour matters.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis on wage and hour laws, regulations, and precedents.
• Develop and implement case strategies to effectively advocate for clients in administrative proceedings, arbitrations, and litigation.
• Draft and review legal documents, including complaints, motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements.
• Represent clients in court hearings, trials, and appellate proceedings related to wage and hour disputes.
• Counsel clients on compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, including wage payment, overtime, minimum wage, and meal/rest break requirements.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and legal staff on complex wage and hour cases and class actions.
• Provide guidance and training to junior attorneys and support staff.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of California.
• Minimum of 11 years of experience practicing law, focusing on wage and hour litigation and counseling.
• Demonstrated expertise in California wage and hour laws and regulations.
• Proven track record of success in handling complex wage and hour cases from inception to resolution.
• Strong litigation skills, including courtroom experience and appellate advocacy.
• Excellent analytical, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar of California is required.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local wage and hour laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and databases (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis).
• Exceptional drafting skills for pleadings, briefs, and legal memoranda.
• Strong negotiation and settlement skills.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and develop creative solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and thoroughness.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

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.