Employment Law - General Attorney / Employment Law - Litigation Plaintiffs & Class Actions Attorney / Litigation - Labor & Employment Attorney in Oakland, CA

Law Firm

Oakland, CA

Employment Law - General Attorney / Employment Law - Litigation Plaintiffs & Class Actions Attorney / Litigation - Labor & Employment Attorney in Oakland, CA

Attorney

Min 5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Experienced Labor & Employment Attorney at a well-established law firm

Summary:

Join a prestigious law firm as an Experienced Labor & Employment Attorney and represent employers in various legal matters. This is a full-time position with a hybrid work schedule, offering competitive benefits and a salary range of $160,000 - $190,000.

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Represent employers in court, arbitration, administrative agencies, and mediations on various employment matters such as discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage and hour disputes.
- Defend clients in PAGA (Private Attorneys General Act) matters.
- Draft and respond to pleadings and discovery requests.
- Present and argue motions in court.
- Take and defend depositions.
- Provide employment counseling on federal and state employment laws when needed.

Requirements:

- Must have a JD from an accredited law school.
- Must be admitted and in good standing with the California Bar.
- 5+ years of experience in employment litigation, with a preference for Class Action and PAGA experience.
- In-depth knowledge of Federal and California state labor and employment laws.
- Prior experience with depositions and motions in court.
- Strong research and analytical skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to manage cases from start to finish.
- Ability to direct the work of associate attorneys and paralegals.
- Strategic thinking and ability to provide practical counsel to clients.
- Must be able to work in a hybrid work schedule, with 2 days in the office.

Responsibilities:

- Represent employers in legal matters.
- Defend clients in PAGA cases.
- Draft legal documents.
- Argue motions in court.
- Take and defend depositions.
- Provide employment counseling.
- Manage cases from start to finish.
- Direct work of associate attorneys and paralegals.
- Think strategically and provide practical counsel to clients.
- Work in a hybrid schedule, with 2 days in the office.

Requirements:

- JD from an accredited law school.
- Admitted and in good standing with California Bar.
- 5+ years of employment litigation experience.
- Familiarity with Class Action and PAGA cases.
- Strong knowledge of Federal and California state labor and employment laws.
- Experience with depositions and motions in court.
- Excellent research and analytical skills.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Detail-oriented and able to manage cases independently.
- Ability to direct and oversee the work of others.
- Strategic thinking and ability to provide practical counsel to clients.
- Able to work in a hybrid schedule.

Education and Experience Requirements:

- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Admitted and in good standing with the California Bar.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in employment litigation.
- Experience with Class Action and PAGA cases preferred.

Salary Information:

- Salary range of $160,000 - $190,000.
- Annual minimum billable hours requirement of 1610.
- Opportunity to earn a bonus for hours worked in excess of the minimum.

How to Apply:

- Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and salary requirements to ****.
- Please reference "Employment Attorney" in the subject line of your email.

About the Law Firm:

- Well-established and prestigious law firm.
- Offers interesting work and great prospects.
- Collaborative working environment.
- Competitive benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

- **Members Only** is an equal opportunity employer.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Salary Range:

- The salary range for this position applies to California.
- Factors such as experience, education, licensure/certifications, geographic location, and market demands are considered in making compensation decisions.
- It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range.
- The current range for this position is estimated to be $160,000 - $190,000.