Description:

Build Your Practice. Lead Sophisticated Matters. Make an Impact.

CDF Labor Law LLP is seeking an accomplished Senior-level Associate with at least seven years of California employment litigation experience to join our Orange County team.

This is an opportunity to take a leading role in sophisticated litigation and advisory matters for clients ranging from regional businesses to Fortune 500 companies. You will work closely with relationship partners while having the autonomy to shape strategy, manage cases and deliver exceptional client service.

Employer-side experience is preferred.

Salary Range: $235,000–$305,000, depending on experience Work Options: In-office and hybrid

What You'll Do:
As Senior-level Associate, you will:

Lead single-plaintiff, class action, collective action and PAGA matters through all phases of litigation
Collaborate with relationship partners to develop strategy-and take ownership of its execution
Direct discovery, take and defend depositions and work with expert witnesses
Draft and argue dispositive and other significant motions
Appear in court and represent clients at trial and in arbitration proceedings
Lead settlement negotiations and advocate for clients in mediations
Prepare complex matters for trial and arbitration
Serve as a trusted advisor to clients across a range of industries

What You'll Bring

At least seven years of California labor and employment litigation experience
Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California
A Juris Doctor degree
The ability to independently manage significant litigation matters
Experience handling complex class action and PAGA matters, including class certification, dispositive motions, expert discovery and trial preparation
Experience handling single-plaintiff FEHA-related claims
Excellent writing, analytical, advocacy and interpersonal skills
Sound judgment, initiative and a collaborative approach