Description:
At BCLP, we've built our firm on the foundations of thinking differently. Curious, inquisitive and unbound by tradition, we're building change within our sector and beyond.It starts with our people, which is why we need an Employment & Labor Associate with 5–8 years of litigation experience, specifically in wage and hour class actions, Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) claims, and California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in defending employers in complex employment litigation and advising clients on compliance strategies to mitigate risk.
You'll be responsible for:
- Manage all aspects of litigation, including case strategy, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
- Defend employers in wage and hour class actions and representative PAGA claims in both state and federal courts.
- Handle FEHA claims involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination.
- Conduct exposure analyses and audits related to wage and hour compliance.
- Represent clients before administrative agencies such as the EEOC, DFEH, and DLSE.
- Draft and argue dispositive motions, including motions to dismiss and motions for summary judgment.
- Collaborate with clients across industries including retail, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, and staffing.
- Provide strategic counseling to employers on employment policies, arbitration agreements, and litigation avoidance.
Skills and experience required:
- J.D. from an accredited law school; strong academic credentials.
- Licensed to practice in California.
- 5+ years of labor and employment litigation experience.
- Demonstrated success in defending wage and hour class actions and PAGA claims.
- Experience with FEHA litigation and administrative proceedings.
- Proven track record of successful outcomes in high-stakes employment litigation.
- Strong analytical, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
- Ability to manage multiple matters and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to client service and responsiveness.
- Experience defeating class certification and representative claims.
- Experience taking and defending depositions.
- Work with a global team of experienced lawyers in a collaborative, inclusive environment.
- Opportunity to work with cross-functional teams and clients of varying sizes.
- Be part of a firm recognized for its commitment to diversity, innovation, and professional development.
- Robust training and development programs.
- Hybrid work flexibility.
BCLP offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance coverage, life insurance, and retirement plans. We also provide eligible employees with flexible time off plans including paid Parental leave, Paid Time Off (PTO), and paid holidays.
At BCLP we understand the value of a diverse workforce, and we believe people perform at their best when they can truly be themselves at work. We aim to create an inclusive environment where all our employees are valued, motivated and able to be themselves. In order to provide the best possible service to our diverse client base, we are committed to recruiting, retaining, rewarding and developing our people with regard to their abilities and contributions and without reference to their background, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, political belief, disability or any other protected characteristic.
BCLP is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Firm strictly prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, military status, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation or medical conditions related thereto), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. The Firm also strictly prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any protected class or status. The Firm complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting applications for employment, including consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state law. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on BCLP. Please inform the Firm's personnel representative if you need accommodation to assist in completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
Pursuant to the California pay transparency laws, BCLP is posting a reasonable estimate of a compensation range for an Associate with five to eight years of experience. At the time of posting, the estimated range is $250,000 to $355,000. Actual compensation will be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the level of relevant experience, skill sets, training, licensure and certifications, internal equity, market data, and other job-related factors permitted by law. The range is based on a full-time work schedule.
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At BCLP we understand the value of a diverse workforce, and we believe people perform at their best when they can truly be themselves at work. We aim to create an inclusive environment where all our employees are valued, motivated and able to be themselves. In order to provide the best possible service to our diverse client base, we are committed to recruiting, retaining, rewarding and developing our people with regard to their abilities and contributions and without reference to their background, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, political belief, disability or any other protected characteristic.
- Mansfield Certified Plus firm for 2022
- Signee to the United Nations' Global LGBTQ* Standard of Conduct for Business
- Named by Stonewall as a “Top Global Employer 2020”
- Received the Women in Law Empowerment Forum “WILEF” Gold Standard Certification for 2020
- Named one of the Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality by the HRCF's Corporate Equality Index 2021
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state law. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on BCLP. Please inform the Firm's personnel representative if you need accommodation to assist in completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
Pursuant to the California pay transparency laws, BCLP is posting a reasonable estimate of a compensation range for an Associate with five to eight years of experience. At the time of posting, the estimated range is $250,000 to $355,000. Actual compensation will be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the level of relevant experience, skill sets, training, licensure and certifications, internal equity, market data, and other job-related factors permitted by law. The range is based on a full-time work schedule.
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