Employment and Labor Associate

Attorneys•San Francisco, CA

20h•$165,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Wilson Elser's San Francisco office is seeking an Employment & Labor Associate to join a team of exceptional professionals in a collaborative environment to represent sophisticated clients confronted with complex legal challenges. This attorney will have the opportunity to contribute their experience and expertise to a wide range of employment and labor matters, including but not limited to wage and hour class, FEHA claim, and PAGA representative matters. Discover our newly renovated San Francisco office! Take a virtual tour and explore our building amenities.

Requirements

JD from an accredited law school
Admitted to practice in the State of California
5+ years of litigation experience
Experience with wage and hour class action, FEHA claims, and PAGA representative matters as well as discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination type claims
Strong knowledge of federal and state employment and labor laws
Superior analytical skills
Strong written and oral communication skills

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in insurance defense is a plus
Experience handling court appearances, depositions, and trial experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Independently manage a litigation caseload, working cases from beginning to end
Represent clients in a wide range of employment and labor claims
Work closely with other attorneys and Partners on legal projects
Regularly handle court appearances and depositions
Communicate with clients and provide status reports

Benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan
medical
dental
vision
disability
life insurance
discretionary bonuses
Flexibility: Hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend
Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits