Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate Attorney for their Irvine office. The Employment Litigation Associate Attorney will be responsible for defending and litigating lawsuits involving a wide range of employment-related claims and agency charges. Additionally, they will advise, counsel, and train employers on various employment and labor law issues. Class Action/PAGA experience is preferred but not required. The candidate will represent employers in court, arbitration, administrative agencies, and mediations in employment matters, including class/collective actions, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour, contract disputes, employment torts, and non-compete cases. The ideal candidate will have a JD from an ABA-accredited law school with excellent academic credentials, current California Bar admission in good standing, and a solid understanding of current agency (state and federal) procedures. Excellent written and oral communication skills, attention to detail, commitment to excellence, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment are essential. The candidate should also possess strong organizational, time management, and project management skills, along with a commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork.

Duties:

• Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment-related claims and agency charges.
• Advise, counsel, and train employers on various employment and labor law issues.
• Represent employers in court, arbitration, administrative agencies, and mediations in employment matters.
• Handle class/collective actions, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour, contract disputes, employment torts, and non-compete cases.
• Stay updated on employment laws and regulations.
• Draft legal documents, pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and external parties.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and settlement conferences.
• Collaborate with team members on case strategy and client representation.
• Manage caseload and meet deadlines.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Current California Bar admission in good standing.
• 4-6 years of experience, with a background in employment law strongly preferred.
• Experience with class actions and PAGA cases is a plus.
• Understanding of current agency (state and federal) procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Organizational, time management, and project management skills.
• Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork.

Education:

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

Certifications:

Current California Bar admission in good standing.

Skills:

• Litigation experience in employment law.
• Knowledge of class actions and PAGA cases.
• Legal research and writing skills.
• Communication and advocacy skills.
• Case management and organization.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.

A Vault 10 firm for Labor and Employment Law, this firm is a powerhouse in this realm. If L&E is your passion, this is an excellent place to develop that specialty and learn from the best. The firm offers an impressive 57 offices from Portland to Puerto Rico, a physical testament to the fact that it has become one of the main employment law counsel providers in the nation. Attorneys at this firm can be sure that your employment matters will involve sophisticated clients and complex issues.