Associate Attorney (Litigation – Wage & Hour Class / PAGA Actions)

Description

Area of Practice: Exclusively labor and employment matters, on behalf of employees in California, with focus on wage and hour class/PAGA actions.

Title: Associate Litigation Attorney (on-site preferred; may consider hybrid on-site/remote)

Location: Los Angeles, CA (Pasadena)

Hours: Full-Time

Salary: $120,000-$180,000+ (Commensurate with Experience)

License Requirements: Active California State Bar license required, with no disciplinary history.

Experience: At least 1 year of in-court litigation and deposition-handling experience preferred, coupled with a working knowledge of law and motion briefing and argument. Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school. Experience in plaintiff or defense side employment law, wage & hour, and Class/PAGA actions is a plus.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Handle wage and hour class/PAGA actions from inception through conclusion
• Conduct legal research and analysis
• Draft legal documents such as motions, pleadings, and briefs
• Attend court hearings and trials
• Assist in client meetings and consultations
• Manage caseloads and ensure deadlines are met
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex legal matters
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and ethical standards

Benefits: Full premium covered for full-time employees including health, dental and vision (50% of premium covered for eligible dependents), 3 weeks paid vacation, generous holiday schedule – extended Christmas closure, and 401K, among other perks.

General Skills Required: Superior oral advocacy skills, experience, and confidence; great analytical and critical thinking skills; attention to detail; honesty; dependability; ability to follow instructions and/or work independently; very computer savvy.

Computer Skills Preferred: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Apple Operating System, Clio, other software.

Language Skills: Fluent in English (spoken & written). Spanish is a plus.