Labor & Employment Attorney - Defense, to $190k (Am100 - CA Bar / REMOTE)

Job Description

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 firm’s 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 firm’s 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 firm’s 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 firm’s team.
• Familiarity with federal employment laws is advantageous but not required.
  
  

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