Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Irvine is seeking an experienced Employment Litigation Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate should be admitted to the State Bar of California with 5-7 years of relevant experience in employment litigation matters. Prior experience in the defense of class actions and PAGA claims is advantageous. The role requires the ability to work independently with limited supervision and handle various tasks related to employment litigation, including discovery, depositions, motion preparation, and trial assistance.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and analysis related to employment litigation matters
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents
• Conduct and defend depositions of witnesses
• Prepare for and attend hearings, mediations, and other court proceedings
• Assist in the development and implementation of case strategy
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and internal team members
• Manage and organize case files, documents, and evidence

Requirements:

• Admission to the State Bar of California
• 5-7 years of experience working on the defense of employment litigation matters
• Prior experience with class actions and PAGA claims is a plus
• Proficiency in conducting discovery and taking depositions
• Experience preparing and arguing motions
• Strong analytical and research skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills

Education:

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

Certifications:

Admitted to practice law in the State of California

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis
• Drafting legal documents
• Case management
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Trial preparation and assistance
• Attention to detail and organization
• Time management and multitasking

Benefits offered:

• A variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans (some at no cost to the employee!)
• Firm paid life insurance and disability insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible vacation policy
• 401k
• Mentorship

This full-service law firm consistently strives to provide high-quality, value-conscious legal representation to a wide range of clients. The highly experienced attorneys advise and counsel in complex business and litigation matters, handling litigation in state and federal courts, and briefing and arguing appeals in courts, including the California Supreme Court and the Ninth Circuit Federal Court of Appeals. With offices in Orange County, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Seattle, this firm has handled and tried matters in several states and internationally, including serving as national trial counsel. The lawyers and staff are committed to providing clients with highly professional and efficient service and personalized attention, making the litigation and involvement in transactional matters as smooth as possible. The firm believes that hiring diverse talent is the only way to create an exceptional team best suited for clients' needs. The firm creates a work environment that brings out the best from employees. It is a family-friendly firm with competitive compensation, several health insurance options, bonuses, a voluntary 401(k) plan, mentorship and training, issue-focused seminars, and other formal training programs to promote learning and professional growth.