Mid-level Wage and Hour Attorney

A law firm in Emeryville, CA, seeks a Mid-level Wage and Hour Attorney with 6-9 years of experience. The ideal candidate must be admitted to the California Bar and possess solid experience in handling wage and hour matters.

Duties:

• Provide legal advice and representation to clients on wage and hour compliance and disputes.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on wage and hour laws, regulations, and legal precedents.
• Assist in developing case strategies and tactics for wage and hour litigation and arbitration.
• Draft and review legal documents, including complaints, motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements.
• Represent clients in administrative proceedings, arbitrations, mediations, and court hearings related to wage and hour issues.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and support staff on wage and hour cases and class actions.
• Conduct client interviews, depositions, and witness examinations.
• Stay updated on developments in wage and hour laws and regulations.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of California.
• Minimum of 6-9 years of experience practicing law, with a focus on wage and hour matters.
• Knowledge of California wage and hour laws and regulations.
• Experience in handling wage and hour litigation and administrative proceedings.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar of California is required.

Skills:

• Familiarity with federal and state wage and hour laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and client relationship skills.
• Experience in drafting legal documents and correspondence.
• Knowledge of employment law principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits:

• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Contributions to health and dental plans.
• Subsidized gym membership.
• Disability coverage.

This premier law firm with 27 years of experience focuses on civil litigation. Their nationwide reach is critical to addressing class action issues, multidistrict litigation, and complex cases that require high skill and substantive knowledge. Most of the cases go to trial. It's a competitive and lucrative place to build a legal career. This firm provides an opportunity to work on of the most valuable and important trials in the country.