Associate Attorney (Class/PAGA Settlement Approval) at D.LAW INC

Glendale, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Apr, 26

Salary

150000.0

Posted On

23 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Oral Advocacy Skills, Analytical Skills, Critical Thinking Skills, Attention to Detail, Dependability, Computer Savvy

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Description CAREER OPPORTUNITYASSOCIATE ATTORNEY (CLASS/PAGA SETTLEMENT APPROVAL) A reputable, fast-growing law firm practicing employment law is seeking to fill a full-time Associate Attorney. We are looking for confident, energetic, and sharp attorneys who are quick-on-their-feet thinkers, and aggressive creative litigators for adversarial, fast-paced litigation. Area of Practice: Exclusively labor and employment matters, on behalf of employees in California, with focus on wage and hour class/PAGA actions and single-plaintiff employment lawsuits. Title: Associate Attorney (Class/PAGA Settlement Approval) Location: Glendale, CA (on-site preferred; may consider hybrid or remote) Hours: Full-Time. We do not require any minimum billable hours. Salary: $110,000-$150,000+ (Commensurate with Experience) License Requirements: Active California State Bar license required, with no disciplinary history. Experience: At least 1 year of experience handling Class/PAGA action settlement approval briefing and argument strongly preferred. Experience in plaintiff or defense side employment law, wage & hour, and Class/PAGA actions is a plus. Duties and Responsibilities:· Draft legal documents such as motions, briefs, and pleadings, including but not limited to motions for preliminary and final approval of class/PAGA action settlements· Attend hearings and argue motions in court/arbitration· Conduct legal research and analysis · Assist in client meetings · Manage caseloads and ensure deadlines are met · Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex legal matters · Maintain a high level of professionalism and ethical standards Benefits: Full premium covered for full-time employees including health, dental and vision (50% of premium covered for eligible dependents), 3 weeks paid vacation, generous holiday schedule – extended Christmas closure, and 401K, among other perks. General Skills Required: Superior oral advocacy skills, experience, and confidence; great analytical and critical thinking skills; attention to detail; honesty; dependability; ability to follow instructions and/or work independently; very computer savvy. Computer Skills Preferred: · Microsoft Word/ Excel/Outlook· Adobe Acrobat/Apple Operating System· Clio/Other software’s Language Skills: Fluent in English (spoken & written). Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

The Associate Attorney will draft legal documents, attend hearings, conduct legal research, and manage caseloads. They will collaborate with senior attorneys and maintain professionalism and ethical standards.