Litigation Attorney – Wage & Hour / PAGA Class Actions | Junior through Managing Attorney

Job Title: Litigation Attorney – Wage & Hour / PAGA Class Actions

Hiring: Associates through Managing Attorney

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base salary: $140,000–$250,000 per year, depending on experience
• Additional compensation: Opportunity to earn a percentage of the firm’s recovery on cases handled
• Top performers may earn $600,000+ in total compensation, depending on results
• 401(k) plan
• Health insurance, including 50% coverage for dependents
• Dental and vision insurance
• Flexible time off
• Discretionary quarterly bonuses
• Employee referral program

About the Role:

An established Los Angeles employment law firm is hiring attorneys to handle Wage & Hour and PAGA matters, including class and representative actions. The firm is considering attorneys at all experience levels, from junior associates to senior and managing attorneys. Plaintiff-side experience is welcome, and employment defense candidates will also be considered.

Location and Work Arrangement:

This position is for attorneys based in California. The role will begin remotely and transition to a hybrid schedule. Attorneys should be able to attend the firm’s California office as needed, but typically is only 1-2 times per month.

Law Firm Overview:

Join an established and growing employment team dedicated to advocating for employee rights. The firm values collaboration, strong client service, and the contributions of its employment law professionals.

Position Summary:

Attorneys will manage employment matters through the relevant stages of litigation. Senior and managing attorneys may also supervise and mentor associate attorneys.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of Wage & Hour, PAGA, and related employment matters.
• Draft and argue motions, including remand motions, oppositions to motions to compel arbitration, and discovery motions.
• Develop case strategies to advance claims and achieve favorable resolutions.
• Take and defend depositions, manage discovery, and meet and confer with opposing counsel.
• Prepare for and participate in mediations and settlement negotiations involving class, representative, and individual claims.
• For senior or managing attorneys: Supervise and mentor up to three associate attorneys. The firm’s separate legal support group manages paralegals and assistants.

Required Qualifications:

• Active California Bar membership in good standing.
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Experience handling employment litigation, preferably involving Wage & Hour, PAGA, or class actions.
• Strong knowledge of the California Labor Code and employment litigation.
• Excellent legal research, writing, organization, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines.
• Employment defense experience will be considered.
• Prior experience supervising or mentoring attorneys is preferred for senior and managing attorney candidates.

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