Distribution Attorney

Wilshire Law Firm

$130K — $210K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar.
  • Significant experience in finalizing settlement terms and drafting long-form agreements.
  • Experience drafting motions for class action approval.
  • Strong writing and research skills essential for case documentation.
  • Meticulous attention to detail is critical.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills required.
  • Willingness to commute to or relocate to Los Angeles, CA.

Responsibilities

  • Finalize settlement terms in Motions of Understanding (MOUs).
  • Transform MOUs into comprehensive long-form settlement agreements.
  • Assist in drafting motions for both preliminary and final approval of settlements.
  • Write declarations supporting settlement approvals.
  • Collaborate with the settlement administrator to complete the administration report.
  • Aid in composing settlement agreements as needed.
  • Communicate with clients regarding settlements and necessary information.
  • Coordinate with third-party administrators to ensure compliance with settlement terms.

Benefits

  • Paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Opportunities for growth and career advancement.
  • Team outings and sponsored events foster a collaborative environment.
  • Employee referral bonus program to incentivize recruitment.
  • Firm-paid Medical HMO with affordable upgrade options.
  • Low-cost Dental and Vision plans available.
  • Firm-paid Life and AD&D insurance to ensure employee well-being.
  • 401k plan available to assist in future financial planning.
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options to manage healthcare costs effectively.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal support.
  • Optional Pet Insurance for employee pets.
Full Job Description
Distribution Attorney

The Opportunity

The Distribution Attorney is an integral part of the Employment Class Action team and will bring a strong background in California employment law, with specific experience in handling PAGA (Private Attorneys General Act) cases and large-scale class action work. Additionally, the candidate should be able to handle cases with both wage/hour and FEHA (Fair Employment and Housing Act) components.

Accountable for
  • Finalize terms of class and PAGA settlements in Motions of Understanding (MOU).
  • Convert MOUs into long-form settlement agreements, including negotiating and finalizing key final settlement terms with defense counsel.
  • Assist attorneys in drafting motions for preliminary and final approval of class action settlements.
  • Draft declarations in support of preliminary and final approval.
  • Work with the settlement administrator in finalizing the settlement administration report.
  • Assist in the drafting of settlement agreements.
  • Communicate and coordinate with clients regarding settlements and needed information.
  • Interact with third-party settlement administrators on carrying out the terms of the settlement agreement.

Qualifications
  • Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar.
  • Significant experience finalizing terms of settlement and distribution, including in MOUs and long-form settlement agreements.
  • Experience in drafting motions for preliminary and final approval.
  • Strong writing and research skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Able to work well within a team.
  • Strong organization and time management skills.
  • Reliably commute to or planning to relocate to Los Angeles, CA (90017).

Compensation
  • $130,000 - $210,000 depending on experience

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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