Pre-Litigation Employment Attorney

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a Pre-Litigation Employment Attorney in California to join their Employment Department. This role focuses on evaluating claims, drafting demands, negotiating settlements, and providing exceptional client service. Ideal for attorneys with strong analytical, negotiation, and client-management skills.

Duties

• Manage a dynamic caseload of pre-litigation cases from intake through settlement.
• Analyze case facts to assess liability, damages, and claim value.
• Draft detailed demand letters and review personnel files, pay records, and client documentation.
• Collaborate with Intake, Case Management, Demands/Negotiation, and Liens teams.
• Strategize the strongest possible pre-litigation posture for each case.
• Negotiate settlements with employers and opposing counsel.
• Maintain consistent communication with clients to provide updates and guidance.
• Ensure all case notes, evaluations, and negotiations are documented clearly and accurately.

Requirements

• 1-10 years of experience in employment law; pre-litigation, intake, demand, or negotiation experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of California employment laws, including wage & hour, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, and harassment.
• Active member of the California State Bar in good standing.
• Excellent negotiation, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Strong client communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with internal teams.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• California State Bar membership.

Skills

• Analytical and negotiation skills.
• Client management and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.