Associate, Employment Litigation

About the role

The Los Angeles office of Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete seeks an associate attorney with 2-6 years of experience. The ideal candidate will be comfortable drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings, drafting, and arguing motions, as well as taking and defending depositions primarily in matters in state and federal court and arbitration involving claims of discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, etc., in addition to providing advice and counsel support to clients. Significant experience in labor and employment law, wage and hour, and PAGA related matters is required. Must have excellent academic credentials, strong writing and analytical skills, and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Successful candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and responding to discovery and initial pleadings
• Drafting and arguing motions
• Taking and defending depositions in state and federal court and arbitration
• Handling matters involving claims of discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, etc.
• Providing advice and counsel support to clients

Requirements

• Significant experience in labor and employment law, wage and hour, and PAGA related matters
• Excellent academic credentials
• Strong writing and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Qualifications

Must be admitted to practice in California.

Skills

• Legal research and writing
• Discovery and pleading drafting
• Motion practice
• Depositions
• Employment litigation
• Labor and employment law
• Wage and hour law
• PAGA related matters

Benefits

Hybrid working flexibilities are available.

Pay

$185,000 - $215,000 per year

Schedule

Not specified