Labor and Employment Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate with 4 or more years of experience to join its Labor and Employment department in Irvine, CA. The role focuses on employment litigation, including single plaintiff and class action matters, with a requirement for wage and hour class action experience.

Duties

• Handle employment litigation cases, including single plaintiff and class action matters.
• Provide employment law advice and client counseling.
• Engage in traditional labor law matters, if applicable.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in labor and employment law.
• Admitted to the State Bar of California.
• Strong academic credentials.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active membership in the State Bar of California.

Skills

• Proven expertise in employment litigation and client counseling.
• Experience in wage and hour class action cases.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Discretionary bonus based on performance and hours billed.

This firm offers a diverse, sophisticated client base, for whom its attorneys close deals, protect assets, and resolve cases with an emphasis on preserving and adding value. The firm is considered among California's leading full-service firms, serving clients worldwide from its offices in the state.