Associate, Consumer Class Action

Company Description Abramson Labor Group is a leading employment and workers' compensation law firm dedicated to advocating for employees' rights. Based in Burbank, CA, we are determined in representing workers who have faced discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, wage disputes, and workplace injuries. Our team is committed to providing top-tier legal representation with a client-focused approach, ensuring that every case receives the attention and expertise it deserves. At Abramson Labor Group, we foster a dynamic and collaborative work environment where professionals can grow while making a meaningful impact in the lives of our clients. If you are passionate about employment law and workers' rights, we invite you to join our dedicated team. Job Description As a Consumer Class Action Associate, you'll litigate class and representative actions on behalf of California consumers in state and federal court. You'll work closely with senior attorneys on case strategy while carrying real responsibility on your own matters — from pre-filing investigation through class certification, settlement, and trial. You'll be supported by an experienced team of paralegals and legal assistants. What You'll Do Investigate and evaluate potential consumer class claims, including false advertising, unfair business practices, data privacy, automatic renewal, warranty, and product defect mattersDraft complaints, pre-litigation demand letters (including CLRA notices), and amended pleadingsResearch and draft motions and oppositions, including motions to dismiss, motions to compel arbitration, class certification, summary judgment, and preliminary and final settlement approvalDevelop and manage discovery: written discovery, ESI and large document productions, meet-and-confer, and discovery motionsPrepare for, take, and defend depositions, including corporate (PMQ/30(b)(6)) witnessesWork with experts on damages models, consumer surveys, and technical issuesPrepare mediation briefs and help negotiate class settlements; assist with notice and claims administrationCommunicate with class representatives and keep them informed throughout the caseManage a docket of deadlines and court filings with accuracy and ownershipTrack developments in California and federal consumer protection law and help identify new case opportunities Qualifications What You Bring Required J.D. from an accredited law schoolActive California State Bar license in good standing2+ years of civil litigation experience, including meaningful exposure to class action or complex litigationExcellent legal research and writing skills — you can produce a persuasive, well-organized brief with limited editingWorking knowledge of California consumer statutes such as the UCL (Bus. & Prof. Code17200), FAL (17500), and CLRA (Civ. Code1750 et seq.)Familiarity with class procedure under FRCP 23 and Cal. Code Civ. Proc.382Strong organization and ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines at onceClear, professional communication with clients, opposing counsel, and the court Preferred Plaintiff-side consumer class action experienceExperience with data privacy (CIPA, CCPA), Automatic Renewal Law, or TCPA claimsExperience opposing motions to compel arbitration and handling mass arbitrationExperience working with damages experts or consumer survey evidenceExperience with wage and hour or PAGA class actionsBilingual in English and Spanish Additional Information Work Schedule & Location Full-time, hybrid schedule based in our Burbank, CA officeCandidates must reside in CaliforniaOccasional travel to courts, depositions, and mediations throughout the state Compensation & Benefits Base salary: $130,000 – $200,000 per year, depending on experience and qualificationsMedical, dental, and vision insuranceUnlimited paid time off (PTO) and paid holidaysOpportunity to Department Class Action Employment Type Full Time Location Burbank, CA Workplace type Hybrid Compensation Base salary: $130,000 – $200,000/ year commensurate with experience