Overview
A plaintiff-side employment law firm specializing exclusively in employment-related matters such as sexual harassment, wrongful termination, discrimination, retaliation, wage/hour issues, and class actions is seeking an experienced employment litigation attorney. The firm focuses on workers' rights and emphasizes taking cases to trial. The work environment is collaborative, self-directed, and laid-back, with competitive pay and opportunities for growth and advancement.
Responsibilities
- Promptly prosecute cases through written and oral discovery from case inception through trial.
- Conduct fact investigation, legal research and writing, propound and respond to discovery, and review documents.
- Maintain regular, effective, and courteous communication with clients, experts, and defense counsel.
- Draft necessary motions and participate in informal discovery conferences.
- Engage in settlement discussions, negotiations, and attend mediations.
- Actively participate in jury trials and arbitration hearings.
- Manage court deadlines and calendar effectively.
Requirements
- 3-8 years of plaintiff-side employment litigation experience.
- Proficient legal research and writing skills.
- Ability to autonomously prosecute employment cases from inception through trial.
- Experience taking and defending depositions, preparing and arguing motions, and handling discovery independently.
- Trial experience is highly preferred.
- Interest in employment law, including individual FEHA/wrongful termination cases and/or wage and hour class actions.
- Self-motivated with the ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
- Strong time management and multi-tasking skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and a self-starter.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $125,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year
- Performance bonuses
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Dental, health, and vision insurance
- Paid time off with unlimited PTO
- Parking expenses and on-site gym subsidized by employer
Work Environment
- Remote work location
- Emphasis on work-life balance
- Friendly, easy-going, and collaborative atmosphere
This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a firm committed to justice and equity.