Labor And Employment Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Irvine, CA, is currently seeking a skilled and experienced Labor and Employment Associate Attorney to join their dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 4 years of labor and employment law experience, with a focus on wage and hour issues, PAGA (Private Attorneys General Act) cases, and class action litigation. The candidate must possess outstanding academic credentials, exceptional writing skills, and be a licensed attorney in the state of California.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handle a diverse caseload of labor and employment matters, with an emphasis on wage and hour disputes, PAGA claims, and class actions.
• Conducted legal research, drafted legal documents, and provided strategic legal advice to clients.
• Represent clients in negotiations, mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings.
• Stay updated on relevant labor and employment laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and legal staff to develop and execute case strategies.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 4 years of labor and employment law experience.
• Strong background in handling wage and hour, PAGA, and class action cases.
• Excellent academic credentials from a reputable law school.
• Active license to practice law in the state of California.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in the state of California.

Skills:

• Proficient legal research and writing skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Thorough understanding of California labor and employment laws.

Job Location: Irvine, CA

Benefits: The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health, dental, and vision plans for the employee, spouse/domestic partner, and children.
• Mental health programs.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Family building, parenting, and caregiving support programs.
• Various voluntary benefit options.

This law firm has extensive knowledge in labor law and global employment. Their areas of practice include wage and hour, class actions, affirmative action, whistleblowing, retaliation, corporate compliance and ethics, discrimination, and training. Their offices are located all across the globe.