Litigation Attorney (Employment)

Job Title:
Litigation Attorney - Employment Law (Hybrid)

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm based in Oakland, CA, is looking to hire an experienced litigation attorney to join its Employment Practice Group. The successful candidate will handle a range of employment litigation matters, including class/collective actions, discrimination, harassment, wage and hour issues, and more. The firm offers a dynamic hybrid work schedule and the opportunity to grow within a fast-paced, supportive team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in various legal forums, including courts, arbitrations, and mediations, in matters such as class/collective actions, discrimination, retaliation, harassment, and wage and hour disputes
• Defend clients in Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) matters
• Draft pleadings, discovery requests, and responses
• Prepare and argue motions before courts
• Take and defend depositions
• Provide advice and counsel on federal and state employment law issues, as necessary
• Work directly with senior attorneys and clients to strategize and develop case approaches
• Manage and direct junior attorneys and paralegals as required
• Collaborate with team members in a hybrid work environment (2 days in-office)

Requirements:

• Minimum 4 years of litigation experience, preferably in employment law, class actions, and PAGA claims
• Admission to the California State Bar and in good standing
• Expertise in both federal and California state labor and employment laws
• Experience in handling depositions, preparing legal motions, and representing clients in court
• Ability to manage a caseload independently, including overseeing other attorneys and support staff
• Strong strategic thinking and practical legal counsel skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Highly detail-oriented with superior analytical and research capabilities

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Member in good standing with the California State Bar

Skills:

• Employment law expertise
• Strong litigation and trial skills
• Client-focused approach to legal practice
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment

Job Location:
Oakland, CA (Hybrid - 2 days in the office)

This reputed legal practice is located in California and was founded almost 130 years ago. The main areas of concentration at this firm are estates & trusts, franchise, intellectual property, litigation, nonprofit, real estate, tax, labor & employment, business-corporate transactions, land use- environment, and natural resources. It employs a sizable team of knowledgeable attorneys and is dedicated to maintaining diversity at the workplace.