Labor & Employment Attorney - Defense, to $190k (Am100 - CA Bar / REMOTE) ( {{city}})
20 hours ago
Santa Ana
Job Title: Employment Litigation Associate (1-5 years of experience as an attorney required) Location: California - Remote flexibility offered, but must be local to CA, with occasional in-office appearances in one of the law firms offices: Irvine, Los Angeles, Ontario, Oxnard, San Francisco, Fresno, Sacramento, Carlsbad, San Diego, Walnut Creek. Compensation: Base salary of $130,000.00 - $190,000.00 (commensurate with experience), plus bonus Billing / hours: 1900 Benefits Overview: The Am100 law firm, a prominent California-based practice, seeks a dedicated Associate Attorney to join its employment law team. This position focuses primarily on managing single-plaintiff cases under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), with occasional federal matters. The ideal candidate will have up to 5 years of experience in employment litigation and exceptional writing skills. Key Responsibilities • Manage single-plaintiff FEHA cases, including drafting pleadings, motions, and legal briefs., • Conduct thorough legal research and produce high-quality written deliverables., • Represent the law firms clients primarily in state court, with some federal court involvement., • Address occasional wage and hour issues related to FEHA cases., • Communicate effectively with the law firms clients and opposing counsel to resolve disputes., • Handle all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, and court appearances. Qualifications • Active California Bar license required., • Up to 5 years of experience in employment litigation, with a focus on FEHA cases., • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills., • Strong academic credentials., • Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining collaboration with the law firms team., • Familiarity with federal employment laws is advantageous but not required. #ZR