Associate Attorney (Litigation – FEHA / Single-Plaintiff)

D.Law • Glendale, CA

4d • $120,000 - $180,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are a distinguished employment law firm based in Los Angeles, California, seeking a full-time Associate Attorney in our Glendale office. We are looking for confident, energetic, and sharp attorneys who are quick on-their-feet thinkers, aggressive and fair litigators in adversarial litigations. Area of practice: Exclusively labor and employment matters, on behalf of employees in California, with focus on single-plaintiff / FEHA employment lawsuits.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of in-court litigation and deposition-handling experience preferred, coupled with a working knowledge of law and motion briefing and argument
• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school
• Active California State Bar license, with no disciplinary history
• Superior oral advocacy skills and confidence
• Great analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail, honesty, dependability, computer savvy, and multi-tasking
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook Email / Calendar, Adobe Acrobat, Apple Operating System, and other Litigation Software
• Fluent in English (spoken & written).

Nice To Haves

• Experience in plaintiff or defense side employment law is a plus
• Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handle FEHA / single-plaintiff employment actions from inception through conclusion
• Conduct legal research and analysis
• Draft legal documents such as motions, pleadings, and briefs
• Attend court hearings and trials
• Assist in client meetings and consultations
• Manage caseloads and ensure deadlines are met
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex legal matters
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and ethical standards

Benefits

• Full premium covered for full-time employees including health, dental and vision (50% of premium covered for eligible dependents)
• 3 weeks paid vacation
• Generous holiday schedule – extended Christmas closure
• 401K, among other perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees