Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate Attorney with 1-5 years of experience to join their Sacramento, CA office. The ideal candidate will have experience handling California wage-hour class action claims and PAGA cases and be adept at managing all phases of employment litigation. Strong writing and analytical skills, along with excellent academic credentials, are essential for this role.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handle employment litigation cases, including California wage-hour class action claims and PAGA cases.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests and initial pleadings.
• Draft, argue, and respond to motions.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Develop case strategies and prepare legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and analyze case law.
• Participate in settlement negotiations and mediations.
• Provide legal advice and representation to clients on employment-related issues.

Requirements:

• 1-5 years of experience in employment litigation.
• Experience with California wage-hour class action claims and PAGA cases.
• Comfort with drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings, arguing motions, and taking and defending depositions.
• Must be admitted to practice law in California.
• Strong writing and analytical skills.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Preferred: Some experience in employment law.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills:

• Proficient in drafting legal documents, including discovery requests, pleadings, and motions.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and work independently as well as part of a team.
• Experience in handling wage-hour class actions and PAGA cases is highly desirable.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off and paid parental leave.
• 401(k) plan with carve-out election and profit sharing.
• Life insurance and long-term disability.
• Employee assistance program.
• Optional benefits include critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, student loan refinancing program, life insurance for dependents, and pet insurance.

Nationally-known as one of the largest labor and employment law,firms, this firm has offices throughout the United States and partners with a network of lawyers on six continents to provide the highest quality service around the globe. Using technology, templates, and other systems allows the firm to be more efficient. Believing in diversity, the firm attracts professionals from various backgrounds and provides mentoring, training, and additional support and resources. Many of the lawyers are members of and serve in local and national organizations that help promote diversity and inclusion in the legal profession. The firm has an entrepreneurial culture and collegial atmosphere where employees can work as an individual or as a team. The firm is consistently growing and has many opportunities for professional and personal growth. The firm is an equal employment employer and has a great benefits package.