Commercial And Complex Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm based in Irvine, CA, is seeking a skilled and dedicated Commercial and Complex Litigation Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience defending wage and hour litigation, including class actions, and a strong understanding of California and federal wage and hour laws. This role requires a professional with exceptional writing, communication, and strategic skills to handle complex legal matters with minimal supervision.

Duties:

• Defend against wage and hour litigation, including class actions, focusing on California and federal wage and hour laws.
• Prepare and respond to written discovery requests with limited supervision and oversight.
• Conducted depositions and handled motion practice related to discovery issues.
• Develop and execute discovery plans for ongoing litigation.
• Draft and oppose motions for class certification in wage and hour matters.
• Interface with clients to address legal and strategic issues, maintaining high professionalism and competence.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure thorough follow-through on all case-related matters.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 4 years of experience defending wage and hour litigation, preferably including class actions.
• Proven knowledge and experience with California and federal wage and hour laws, including overtime and meal and rest periods.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and respond to written discovery with minimal oversight.
• Experience with deposition practice and motion practice involving discovery issues.
• Competence in creating and implementing discovery plans.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills:

• Excellent writing skills, particularly in drafting and opposing motions for class certification.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage complex litigation matters and develop strategic approaches.
• Professional demeanor and competence in client interactions.
• Effective follow-through and organizational skills.

This California firm was founded in 1979 and focuses on employment, labor, construction, education, real estate, general business and business litigation, corporate, taxation, bankruptcy, and immigration. Committed to high-quality legal work, the highly experienced lawyers have won many cases on behalf of clients. The firm has received numerous awards and accolades for professional accomplishments and contributions to communities. The diverse team of attorneys has business and education backgrounds allowing for the combination of practical, useful advice with innovative legal strategies. Believing in diversity, the firm is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The attorneys actively support education and other non-profit organizations. The firm is committed to collegiality, teamwork, and openness with each other and with clients. The firm also provides numerous in-house training sessions and workshops on current legal matters.