Employment Law Partner
Employment Law Partner
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Job Description
Employment Law Partner
Work Location: any of our 10 offices in SoCal or NorCal. (90% remote 10% in-person).
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: $230k-$300k per year
As the Employment Law Department continues to grow the client is seeking an Employment Law Partner with 8 years of experience in the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA).
Tasks Performed:
- PAGA Litigation:
- Manage and oversee PAGA claims including class action-style lawsuits ensuring strategic development legal filings and representation in settlement negotiations or
- Develop and execute legal strategies tailored to PAGA claims balancing risk settlement potential and litigation costs.
- Monitor and manage the discovery process working with teams to gather evidence deposing key witnesses and preparing for hearings or trials.
2. Client Advisory & Compliance:
- Provide counsel on compliance with California labor laws conduct audits and advise clients on best practices to mitigate PAGA risks and prevent future claims.
- Assist clients in developing and implementing policies related to wage and hour issues employee classification and meal/rest break compliance.
- Evaluate and advise on the impact of new legislation or case law affecting PAGA claims ensuring clients stay ahead of regulatory changes.
3. Client Relationship & Business Development:
- Foster and expand client relationships offer ongoing legal support and identify opportunities for business development within the PAGA practice area.
- Develop and deliver presentations workshops or training on PAGA compliance and litigation to current and prospective clients.
- Cultivate new client leads through networking industry events and leveraging the firms reputation in employment law.
4. Team Supervision & Mentorship:
- Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and staff ensuring high-quality work and providing guidance on PAGA-related legal matters.
- Review and approve legal work including motions pleadings and discovery responses to ensure compliance and quality.
- Foster a collaborative work environment encouraging professional growth and ensuring that team members stay up-to-date with PAGA developments and strategies.
Job Competencies:
- Must have a well-established and exclusive employment litigation defense background
- Trial experience preferred but not required
- Must have knowledge of class/PAGA inclusive
- Bachelors and Juris Doctor degrees
- Member State Bar of California in good standing
- Superior research analytical and negotiating ability
- Excellent written and oral communication
- Commitment to proactive case management
Employment Type
Full Time
