Title: Associate Attorney, Wage & Hour
Location: CA
Remote/Hybrid
Compensation: $120-150,000
Requirements:
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Active California Bar membership or pending admission
- 1-3 years of litigation experience preferred within Wage and Hour Class Action, and/or PAGA
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Summary:
- Report onsite for junior associates daily; for more experienced Associates we're open to hybrid or occasional onsite if you're out of the commutable distance
- Rapidly growing California employment law firm dedicated to protecting employee rights and delivering exceptional results
- Team is passionate about workplace justice, values collaboration, and provides attorneys with meaningful opportunities for professional growth and hands-on litigation experience
Position Overview:
- The Junior Associate will support the firm's employment litigation practice, handling matters ranging from individual employment disputes to complex class and representative actions
- This role offers exposure to all phases of litigation, including legal research, drafting, discovery, client communication, and court appearances
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery
- Assist with case development, depositions, mediations, and trial preparation
- Communicate with clients and provide case updates
- Attend court hearings, mediations, and depositions as assigned
- Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to manage cases and meet deadlines
Qualifications:
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Active California Bar membership or pending admission
- 1-3 years of litigation experience preferred within Wage and Hour Class Action, and/or PAGA
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Why Join Us?
- Join a high-growth, employee-focused litigation practice
- Gain substantial hands-on litigation and courtroom experience
- Work alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative environment
- Benefit from mentorship, professional development, and advancement opportunities
- Help make a meaningful impact on the lives of employees throughout California