Overview
A top employment litigation firm is seeking Plaintiff-side attorneys with at least 2 years of experience to represent employees in labor and employment cases. This is a full-time, permanent position with the option to work remotely within the state of California.
Responsibilities
- Represent plaintiffs in labor and employment litigation, including wage and hour disputes, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination cases.
- Conduct case evaluations to assess the validity of potential claims.
- Prepare and draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and settlement agreements.
- Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients.
- Provide legal advice regarding state and federal labor and employment laws.
- Stay current on legislative changes affecting labor and employment law.
- Collaborate with attorneys and legal professionals to develop case strategies.
- Attend court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials as needed.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Current and valid license to practice law in California.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience representing plaintiffs in labor and employment law.
- Proven success in litigating labor and employment cases.
- Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
- Proficient in legal research and writing.
- Thorough understanding of state and federal labor and employment laws.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to manage a large caseload and multitask effectively.
- High professional ethics and integrity.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Proficient with legal software and technology for remote work.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $155,000 - $250,000 per year
Location
- Remote work available within the state of California only