OC Associate

CDF Labor Law•Irvine, CA

1d•$150,000 - $215,000•Hybrid

About The Position

CDF Labor Law is a growing, highly respected labor and employment law firm representing employers across California. Our Orange County office is the largest of the firm's five offices, and it continues to grow. We are looking for a motivated, capable associate with between 3-7 years of experience handling labor and employment matters for employers. This is a full-time position with excellent benefits, and a salary range from $150,000 to $215,000, depending on experience. Opportunity The attorney who fills this position will be responsible for working directly with a wide range of employer clients to provide advice and counsel on employment matters, drafting pleadings, drafting and arguing motions, handling discovery (e.g., preparing discovery, analyzing/preparing discovery responses, communicating with clients, interviewing witnesses and engaging in related motion practice), taking and defending depositions, attending mediations, engaging in settlement negotiations, and assisting with arbitrations and trials. The attorney will work closely with partners and senior attorneys to move matters forward and to meaningfully contributing to overall strategy from case inception to completion. This role is ideal for an attorney who does not wait to be told what to do, takes pride in delivering high-quality work, and understands that strong results come from follow-through, accountability, and professionalism. Qualifications 3-7 years of labor and employment defense experience in California. Successful candidates will be highly motivated, be detail-oriented, possess excellent writing, analytical, and people skills, value a team environment, and be prepared to take ownership of their work, operate independently, and contribute meaningfully to a fast-paced practice. Class action and PAGA experience preferable. Education Juris Doctor. Qualified candidates must be and remain licensed to practice law and be in good standing in the state of California. Must have a California bar license. During employment, must meet requirements for continuing licensure for law practice. CDF Benefits Options available to work in the office or hybrid Competitive pay and incentives Medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending Firm-paid benefits: EAP, Telemedicine, life insurance, STD, and LTD 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave program Work Anniversary and Birthday Reward program and other firm perks Business casual dress Annual Holiday event and more! About CDF Labor Law LLP For 30 years, CDF has distinguished itself as one of the top employment, labor, and business immigration firms in California, representing employers in single-plaintiff and class action lawsuits, and advising employers on related legal compliance and risk avoidance with offices strategically located throughout the state. CDF is made up of a dynamic team of highly regarded labor and employment lawyers who practice collaboratively across our five California-based offices as a tight-knit team of dedicated and diverse professionals. CDF is proud to have been listed in Law360's Annual Diversity Report for multiple years in a row as one of "Best Law Firms for Women and Minority Attorneys" in firms of similar size. We are fully committed to supporting and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the legal profession, and strongly encourage the interest of diverse candidates in the firm. CDF promotes an equal employment opportunity workplace with respect to all categories protected under applicable state and Federal law. Resumes can be sent to [email protected]. No phone calls or recruiters please

Requirements

3-7 years of labor and employment defense experience in California.
Successful candidates will be highly motivated, be detail-oriented, possess excellent writing, analytical, and people skills, value a team environment, and be prepared to take ownership of their work, operate independently, and contribute meaningfully to a fast-paced practice.
Juris Doctor.
Qualified candidates must be and remain licensed to practice law and be in good standing in the state of California.
Must have a California bar license.
During employment, must meet requirements for continuing licensure for law practice.

Nice To Haves

Class action and PAGA experience preferable.

Responsibilities

working directly with a wide range of employer clients to provide advice and counsel on employment matters
drafting pleadings
drafting and arguing motions
handling discovery (e.g., preparing discovery, analyzing/preparing discovery responses, communicating with clients, interviewing witnesses and engaging in related motion practice)
taking and defending depositions
attending mediations
engaging in settlement negotiations
assisting with arbitrations and trials
working closely with partners and senior attorneys to move matters forward and to meaningfully contributing to overall strategy from case inception to completion