Associate Attorney Employment Law

Job Overview:

A law firm seeks a skilled Associate Attorney with a strong background in employment law to join its growing team. With a focus on advocating for employees and civil rights plaintiffs, the firm has established itself as a premier legal service provider. The successful candidate will have at least 3 years of plaintiff-side experience and will either work remotely or in a hybrid capacity, depending on location. This is a unique opportunity for a driven attorney to contribute to meaningful cases, represent employees, and thrive in a flexible work environment.

Duties:

• Develop and execute strategic plans for single-plaintiff employment cases.
• Manage all aspects of the discovery process, including drafting and responding to document requests, taking and defending depositions, and coordinating expert witnesses.
• Draft a variety of legal documents, such as motions, mediation briefs, trial briefs, and court filings.
• Represent clients independently at mediation and in settlement negotiations.
• Argue motions and conduct witness examinations during hearings and trials.
• Engage directly with clients and opposing counsel throughout case proceedings.
• Collaborate with firm staff, including paralegals, to ensure smooth case management.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California State Bar (required).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in plaintiff-side employment law.
• Strong legal research and writing skills, with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with managing discovery and drafting motions to obtain key documents.
• Working knowledge of federal and state civil procedure.
• Ability to work well in a team environment, including collaboration with paralegals and other staff.
• A proactive approach to growing the firm’s employee representation practice.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited institution.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in California (California Bar membership required).

Skills:

• Exceptional legal research and writing abilities.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and civil procedure.
• Ability to manage complex discovery processes.
• Effective negotiation and courtroom advocacy skills.
• Attention to detail in drafting legal documents and managing cases.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work directly with clients and colleagues.

Benefits:

• 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
• Full health insurance coverage, including dental and vision plans.
• Flexible work schedule with remote and hybrid options based on location.
• Paid sick leave, vacation, and family leave.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and diverse work environment, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups.