Employment Law Partner - PAGA & Class Action Specialist
Employment Law Partner - PAGA & Class Action Specialist
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$ 230000 - 300000
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Job Description
Employment Law Partner PAGA & Class Action Specialist
Location: California-Based (Remote First 90% Virtual / 10% Office Presence)
Job Type: Full-Time Direct Hire
Compensation: $230000 - $300000 annually
Ideal Experience: 8 years in employment litigation with a specialization in PAGA and class actions
Overview
HireNow Staffing is working with a distinguished California-based law firm to add an Employment Law Partner to its rapidly expanding PAGA and class action defense team. If youre ready to lead major litigation matters while growing a scalable practice and mentoring a team this is your moment.
Key Responsibilities
PAGA and Class Action Litigation:
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Direct legal strategy in Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) lawsuits including pre-litigation evaluation discovery and court appearances.
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Oversee case teams conduct witness interviews and lead negotiation sessions.
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Prepare clients for audits depositions and court-mandated settlements.
Client Advisory & Preventative Counseling:
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Guide employers on wage and hour practices employee classifications off-the-clock claims and rest/meal break compliance.
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Audit HR processes to identify potential class/PAGA risk before exposure occurs.
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Analyze legal trends and proactively update clients on regulatory changes.
Business Development & Thought Leadership:
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Build a portfolio of high-profile employer clients through industry visibility and referrals.
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Deliver training seminars and webinars on PAGA strategy and defense tactics.
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Publish insights and updates to reinforce the firms leadership in this niche space.
Team Management:
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Mentor mid-level and junior attorneys across ongoing litigation matters.
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Review legal documents and provide final approvals on motions pleadings and settlement language.
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Promote an internal culture of knowledge-sharing and legal excellence.
Qualifications
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JD and licensed to practice law in California
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Minimum 8 years of labor & employment litigation experience
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Expertise in PAGA and class action defense is essential
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Confident team leader and business generator
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Trial experience preferred but not mandatory
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Highly skilled in legal research oral advocacy and strategic planning
Why You Should Apply
This role combines litigation leadership practice growth and high-profile client interaction in one of the most dynamic sectors of employment law. Youll have the tools autonomy and backing to make your mark within a supportive forward-thinking law firm that values attorney development and long-term impact.
To Apply: Submit your resume and a brief qualifications summary. Your interest will be handled with strict confidentiality.
California-Based (Remote First 90% Virtual / 10% Office Presence)
Job Type: Full-Time Direct Hire
Compensation: $230000 - $300000 annually
Ideal Experience: 8 years in employment litigation with a specialization in PAGA and class actions
Overview
HireNow Staffing is working with a distinguished California-based law firm to add an Employment Law Partner to its rapidly expanding PAGA and class action defense team.
Qualifications
- JD and licensed to practice law in California
- Minimum 8 years of labor & employment litigation experience
- Expertise in PAGA and class action defense is essential
- Confident team leader and business generator
- Trial experience preferred but not mandatory
- Highly skilled in legal research oral advocacy and strategic planning
Employment Type
Full Time
