Employment Attorney

This Jobot Job is hosted by Maira Gonzales.

About the role

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Plaintiff Employment Attorney to represent employees in a wide range of workplace disputes. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for advocating on behalf of workers and experience handling employment litigation from intake through resolution, including trial if necessary. This role involves managing a caseload of matters involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour violations, and wrongful termination.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of plaintiff-side employment law matters from intake through settlement or trial
• Conduct client consultations and evaluate potential claims
• Draft and file complaints, motions, and other legal pleadings
• Handle all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, and motion practice
• Prepare and respond to written discovery (interrogatories, requests for production, etc.)
• Represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, and court hearings
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel and insurance carriers
• Prepare cases for trial, including witness preparation, exhibits, and trial strategy
• Stay current on federal and state employment laws and regulations
• Maintain consistent communication with clients regarding case status

Practice Areas

• Discrimination (race, gender, age, disability, etc.)
• Harassment and hostile work environment
• Retaliation and whistleblower claims
• Wrongful termination
• Wage and hour violations (overtime, meal/rest breaks, misclassification)

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in [State]
• 2+ years of employment litigation experience (plaintiff-side preferred)
• Strong knowledge of state and federal employment laws (e.g., FEHA, FLSA)
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Experience taking and defending depositions
• Trial experience or strong interest in trial advocacy preferred
• Ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment
• Strong client advocacy and interpersonal skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience with contingency-based litigation
• Background in mediation and settlement negotiations
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus
• Familiarity with case management software and e-filing systems

Benefits

• Competitive base salary + contingency bonuses
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) or retirement plan
• Professional development and CLE opportunities

Pay

$110,000 - $120,000 per year