Description:
Description:We are seeking a driven Associate Litigation Attorney with 3–5 years of civil litigation experience (specifically in plaintiff-side employment law or complex civil litigation) to manage an active, diverse caseload. The ideal candidate is an outstanding legal writer, an assertive advocate in depositions and court hearings, and a strategic thinker eager to drive cases to settlement or trial.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume along with a recent legal writing sample (e.g., an opposition to a motion to dismiss/MSJ or a substantive demand letter).
Responsibilities:
- Caseload Management: Independently manage a robust litigation docket from pre-litigation demands through trial preparation and resolution.
- Pleadings & Motion Practice: Draft and argue substantive motions, including Oppositions to Motions for Summary Judgment (MSJ), demurrers, and complex discovery motions.
- Depositions & Court Appearances: Take and defend depositions (plaintiffs, PMKs, key witnesses) and represent clients in court hearings, mediations, and arbitrations.
- Discovery Execution: Formulate and respond to written discovery requests, manage electronic discovery (e-Discovery), and handle meet-and-confer efforts.
- Client & Case Strategy: Maintain regular client communication, evaluate liability and damages, and drive strategic settlement negotiations.
- Team Supervision: Partner with firm case managers, legal assistants, and paralegals to ensure efficient case progression.
Qualifications:
- License: Active, good-standing member of the California State Bar (Required).
- Experience: 3–5 years of civil litigation experience, with direct experience in California Employment Law (FEHA, Labor Code, Wage & Hour, PAGA) strongly preferred.
- Litigation Skills: Proven track record taking/defending depositions, handling contested court hearings, and drafting high-level pleadings/oppositions.
- Tech-Savvy: Proficiency with modern case management software, e-filing systems, and legal research tools.
- Attributes: Exceptional legal research/writing skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a strong drive to advocate for workers' rights.
