Description:

Wilshire Law Firm is an award-winning plaintiffs' law firm with more than 18 years of experience representing individuals in Personal Injury, Employee Rights, and Consumer Class Action matters. Our team is driven by Excellence, Teamwork, and Integrity—and an unwavering commitment to achieving meaningful results for our clients.

The Opportunity:
Join a high-performing employment litigation team taking on major corporations and sophisticated defense firms in complex Wage & Hour Class Action and PAGA matters. As an Associate Attorney, you will take meaningful ownership of your cases while working alongside accomplished litigators. You will sharpen your strategy, writing, and advocacy skills through hands-on experience, direct mentorship, and increasing responsibility in high-stakes litigation.

What You'll Do:

Manage a docket of Wage & Hour Class Action and PAGA matters with support from senior attorneys and litigation staff
Develop case strategies for matters in California state and federal courts
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, mediation briefs, and other substantive legal filings
Conduct legal research and analyze complex factual and legal issues
Take and defend depositions
Represent clients at hearings, mediations, and other proceedings
Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to move cases toward successful resolution
Communicate with clients regarding case developments and strategy
Contribute to trial preparation and other critical phases of litigation

What We're Looking For:

At least two years of experience handling Wage & Hour, PAGA, or Class Action matters
Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar
Strong litigation, legal research, and analytical skills
Persuasive written and oral advocacy
Sound judgment and the ability to navigate complex situations
A high level of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail
Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Deposition, mediation, or motion-hearing experience preferred
Adaptable and meticulous attention to detail.

Compensation:
Compensation range based on experience: $140,000 - $275,000 plus performance-based incentives