Associate Attorney - Wage & Hour Class Action (Oakland)

Wilshire Law Firm

$140K — $275K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Licensed with the California State Bar and in good standing.
  • Strong analytical and legal research capabilities.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Persuasive verbal and written communication skills.
  • Common sense approach to complex legal situations.
  • Meticulous attention to detail and adaptability.

Responsibilities

  • Draft and prepare legal documents including pleadings and motions.
  • Develop litigation strategies for wage and hour issues in various courts.
  • Participate actively in litigation team activities such as depositions and hearings.
  • Enhance advocacy skills through mentorship from senior attorneys.
  • Manage a personal docket of cases independently.

Benefits

  • Paid time off and holidays for work-life balance.
  • Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the firm.
  • Engaging team outings and sponsored events.
  • Substantial employee referral bonus incentives.
  • Firm-paid comprehensive medical HMO with options for upgrades.
  • Affordable dental and vision insurance plans.
  • Firm-sponsored life and AD&D insurance.
  • 401k retirement savings plan available.
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options offered.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal support.
  • Pet Insurance to cover furry family members.
Full Job Description
Associate Attorney - Wage & Hour Class Action

The Opportunity

As an Associate Attorney in our Employment Class Action Department you will fight for our clients and win in worker rights violation cases against large corporations represented by big law firms. Associate Attorneys are expected to take significant responsibility in litigating their own docket of cases while at the same time honing their skills through mentorship by our award-winning attorneys.

Accountable for
  • Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
  • Develop strategies to litigate wage and hour matters in state and federal courts.
  • Take responsibility in being part of a litigation team representing clients in depositions, motion hearings, and mediations.
  • Develop persuasive research, writing, and oral advocacy skills while being mentored by more senior attorneys.

Qualifications
  • Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar.
  • Superior analytical and legal research skills.
  • Excel in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to communicate persuasively both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to exercise common sense in complex situations.
  • Adaptable and meticulous attention to detail.

Compensation
  • Compensation range based on experience: $140,000 - $275,000 plus performance based incentives

Benefits
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement
  • Team outings and sponsored events
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • Firm-paid Medical HMO with affordable upgrades
  • Low-cost Dental and Vision plans
  • Firm-paid Life and AD&D insurance
  • 401k
  • FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • Pet Insurance

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