Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Bakersfield is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience. The ideal candidate will possess Bar admission.

Duties:

• Represent clients in employment litigation matters, including discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, and wage and hour disputes.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal documents related to employment litigation cases.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on employment law issues.
• Prepare for and participate in mediations, arbitrations, and court hearings.
• Assist with discovery, including drafting and responding to written discovery requests, conducting depositions, and gathering evidence.
• Collaborate with clients, witnesses, experts, and opposing counsel throughout the litigation process.
• Provide legal advice and counsel to clients on employment-related matters.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• 3-5 years of experience in employment litigation.
• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent legal research and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Skills:

• Employment litigation experience.
• Legal research and analysis.
• Drafting legal documents.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Case management and organization.

Committed to providing superior service based on cost, efficiency, and results, this firm focuses on representing businesses in a variety of employment, commercial, and business disputes throughout California. The firm uses the latest technology to help improve case management and client communication. The attorneys have over five decades of combined legal experience and have obtained significant trial and settlement results on behalf of clients. The attorneys promise each client to return calls and emails as soon as possible, regular updates on the status of each legal matter, to strategically consult on decisions, and to discuss unanticipated fees prior.