Job Description
Job Description
Attorney opportunity in Pasadena, California at growing plaintiff's employment law practice. This plaintiff firm has protected employees for a decade and is looking for a new attorney to join its team. This attorney will be managing a caseload with supervision from the firm's principal and senior attorney.
This associate attorney will be managing a caseload of matters from inception through resolution.
Responsibilities:
• Handle a caseload of approximately 25-30 matters, managing cases from initiation through trial.
• Conduct discovery processes, including defending depositions early in the role.
• Draft and file pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients during court appearances and hearings.
• Communicate effectively with clients to provide updates and address concerns.
• Engage with opposing counsel to negotiate and resolve disputes.
• Participate in strategic planning and case preparation to ensure successful outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with team members to foster a supportive work environment.
• Maintain adherence to firm policies while delivering high-quality legal services.
• Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of experience in civil litigation.
• Familiarity with plaintiff employment law is highly desirable.
• Strong discovery and deposition skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented setting.
• Active license to practice law in California.
• Proximity to Pasadena, California for a manageable commute.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional client service and case outcomes.