Employment Plaintiff Attorney
About The Position
This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to build their career representing employees in workplace disputes while working alongside experienced litigators in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. The Employment Plaintiff Attorney will handle a variety of employment law matters on behalf of employees, including claims involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour violations, and other workplace disputes. The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter with strong analytical, writing, and advocacy skills who is eager to manage cases from inception through resolution.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Active membership in the California State Bar in good standing.
- 1–3 years of employment law litigation experience.
- Experience handling employment matters from inception through resolution.
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Experience drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery.
- Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple matters in a deadline-driven environment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience representing plaintiffs in employment litigation.
- Experience taking or defending depositions.
- Trial preparation experience.
- Experience attending mediations and settlement conferences.
- Familiarity with legal case management and document management software.
Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of employment litigation matters.
- Represent employees in claims involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour violations, and related employment law issues.
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other legal documents.
- Conduct legal research and develop case strategy.
- Take and defend depositions of parties and witnesses.
- Attend court hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and arbitrations.
- Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, and expert witnesses.
- Evaluate liability, damages, and settlement opportunities.
- Prepare cases for trial and assist with trial proceedings as needed.
- Maintain accurate billing records and ensure compliance with litigation deadlines.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Professional development and long-term career growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
