Senior Litigation Attorney

A law firm in San Francisco is seeking a Senior Litigation Attorney with extensive experience in employment litigation. The ideal candidate will be licensed to practice law in California and have a strong background in managing complex litigation matters, including trial experience. This role requires significant client interaction and involves a wide range of responsibilities, from conducting witness interviews to drafting dispositive motions and managing case strategy. Experience in the public sector is a plus.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage complex employment litigation cases, including wage and hour, PAGA, and FLSA matters.
• Conduct substantive witness interviews to gather evidence and support case strategy.
• Oversee all aspects of discovery, including document management and electronic discovery.
• Take and defend depositions of witnesses and experts.
• Regularly appear in court to argue motions and defend against claims.
• Draft and file dispositive motions, including demurrers, anti-SLAPP motions, motions for judgment, and motions for summary judgment.
• Provide strategic case management, ensuring effective progress and resolution of cases.
• Engage in mediation and other dispute resolution processes as needed.
• Maintain extensive client contact, providing updates and legal advice.
• Collaborate with colleagues and support staff to ensure efficient case handling.
• Leverage prior employment litigation experience to address complex legal issues and devise effective solutions.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the state of California.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in employment litigation, including wage and hour, PAGA, and FLSA matters.
• Prior experience as 1st or 2nd chair in trials, mediations, or other dispute resolution processes.
• Proven ability to manage discovery, conduct depositions, and draft dispositive motions.
• Experience in the public sector is a plus.
• Strong client communication and case management skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in California.

Skills:

• Extensive knowledge of employment law and litigation processes.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong oral advocacy skills, with experience in courtroom appearances and motion practice.
• Effective case management abilities and attention to detail.
• Proficient in managing discovery and electronic case files.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong interpersonal and client communication skills.

Job Location:

• San Francisco, CA

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan
• Bonus for meeting minimum hours requirements
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

The San Francisco office of this premier public sector labor and employment law firm provides expertise in a number of areas, including: workplace harassment, discrimination, labor relations, disciplinary actions, wrongful termination, education law, student rights and student discipline, and affirmative action. Clients include municipalities, community college districts, school districts and private employers. The firms attorneys regularly present workshops to public agency officials in employment law, labor relations and public agency management. The work environment is relatively conservative; however, the firms attorneys generally describe colleagues as supportive and regularly meet outside of the office for lunch and other social activities. Client contact comes very early. Compensation is competitive with other firms of this size.