Senior Employment Class Action Attorney

4-20 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm based in Irvine is seeking a Senior Employment Class Action Attorney to advocate for clients in cases involving employee misclassification, wage violations, and other worker rights violations. The candidate will play a pivotal role in fighting for clients' rights and securing favorable settlements and verdicts in employment-related class action lawsuits.

Duties:

• Advocate for clients in employment class action cases, including employee misclassification, overtime wage violations, time-shaving, and failure to provide rest and meal breaks.
• Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, and other legal documents for court filings.
• Develop strategies to resolve cases favorably and cost-effectively for clients.
• Take and defend depositions of witnesses and experts.
• Formulate compelling arguments and represent clients in wage and hour matters.
• Utilize superior analytical and legal research skills to support case strategies.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple cases simultaneously.
• Negotiate settlements and communicate effectively with clients both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain active licensure and good standing with the California State Bar.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California State Bar and in good standing.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing law, with a focus on employment class action litigation.
• Proven track record of success in handling employment-related cases, including class actions.
• Excellent analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Strong negotiation and communication abilities, both oral and written.
• Ability to excel in a collaborative team environment.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional client service and achieving favorable outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced legal environment.

Benefits Offered:

• Generous bonus structure.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Team outings and sponsored events.
• Referral bonus program.
• Firm-paid Medical, Dental & Vision HMO with low-cost upgrades.
• Paid Life and AD&D insurance.
• 401k retirement plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Pet Insurance.

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