Employment Associate Attorney

Title: Employment Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A prestigious law firm is seeking a skilled and experienced Employment Associate Attorney with 2-5 years of experience to join their team. The role involves representing employers in complex legal disputes and providing expert advice on a variety of employment issues. The position offers significant growth opportunities, hands-on mentoring, and a supportive, hybrid work environment. The firm has offices in various California locations and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Duties:

• Represent employers in complex class, collective, and representative actions
• Handle single-plaintiff wage-and-hour, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation lawsuits
• Advise clients on a range of employment issues, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws
• Conduct workplace investigations and provide training on employment matters
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop legal strategies for clients
• Provide comprehensive legal counseling in employment law matters

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of relevant experience in employment law or robust litigation experience
• Active membership in the California State Bar
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent academic credentials
• A demonstrated interest or prior experience in employment litigation or counseling

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Admittance to the California State Bar

Certifications:

• Active membership in the California Bar (Required)

Skills:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively
• A commitment to professionalism and confidentiality
• Experience with class action lawsuits, wage-and-hour laws, and employment discrimination cases

Job Location:

• San Francisco, CA

The mid-sized San Francisco office of this full-service firm is very well-known for its appellate work. Insiders claim the firm actively encourages its attorneys to maintain a life outside of the office and the minimum billable requirement is only 1,900 hours/year.