Associate Attorney (Litigation - Wage & Hour Class / PAGA Actions) A reputable, fast-growing law firm practicing employment law is seeking to fill a full-time Associate Litigation Attorney in its Los Angeles (Pasadena) office. We are looking for confident, energetic, and sharp attorneys who are quick on-their-feet thinkers, aggressive and fair litigators in adversarial litigations.
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.
Salary Description
$120,000-$180,000+
