Employment Law Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Employment Law Attorney in Los Angeles, CA. The firm specializes in plaintiff-side employment litigation, providing legal representation to employees across California facing discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, unpaid wages, or hostile work environments.

Duties

• Represent employees in employment matters including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and wage and hour violations.
• Draft and review legal correspondence and documents with team support.
• Lead cases from start to finish, including pre-litigation negotiations, mediations, and discovery.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and internal staff.
• Manage pre-litigation staff and oversee workflows and performance metrics of paralegals.
• Help scale the employment law practice to meet increasing demand.
• Advocate for clients who have been wronged in the workplace.

Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience practicing employment law (5 years preferred).
• Ability to manage cases independently from intake through settlement.
• Strong skills in negotiation, strategy, communication, and time management.
• Experience handling all aspects of discovery, including depositions.
• Proficiency in drafting and arguing law and motion matters.
• Collaborative spirit with a strong work ethic and desire to grow.
• Licensed and in good standing with the California Bar.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• California Bar License.

Skills

• Negotiation and strategic planning.
• Effective communication and time management.
• Discovery and deposition handling.
• Legal drafting and argumentation.

Benefits

• Vision, medical, and dental insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Lucrative monthly bonus plan.
• Opportunity for career growth and impact.