Attorney (Plaintiff & Labor Law Experience)

About the role

We are seeking a motivated and client-focused Plaintiff Labor Law Attorney to represent employees in a broad range of employment and labor matters. The ideal candidate is a strategic litigator with strong advocacy skills, excellent legal writing ability, and a commitment to protecting workers’ rights.

Responsibilities

• Manage a plaintiff-side employment law caseload from inception through resolution.
• Conduct client consultations and evaluate potential claims.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, demand letters, and settlement agreements.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Appear in court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Conduct legal research and prepare case strategies.
• Negotiate settlements with defense counsel and insurance carriers.
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case developments.
• Collaborate with legal assistants, paralegals, and firm leadership.
• Ensure compliance with court deadlines and procedural requirements.

Practice Areas

• Wage and hour violations
• Overtime and meal/rest break claims
• Wrongful termination
• Retaliation and whistleblower claims
• Workplace discrimination and harassment
• Misclassification claims
• Leave law violations (FMLA/CFRA)
• PAGA actions
• Employment contract disputes

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license and good standing with the California State Bar.
• 2+ years of plaintiff-side employment or labor law experience preferred.
• Strong litigation, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills.
• Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
• Experience with discovery, depositions, motion practice, and mediations.
• Ability to independently manage deadlines and caseloads.
• Strong interpersonal and client communication skills.
• Trial experience

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with California Labor Code and FEHA claims.
• Experience with contingency fee litigation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and case management abilities.
• Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary: $160,000 - $250,000 per year
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Continuing legal education support.
• Professional development and advancement opportunities.

Work Environment

Full-time position with a hybrid or in-office schedule in a collaborative, client-centered legal practice.