Litigation Attorney (Employment)

Oakland, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

Duties and Responsibilities

Represent employers in court arbitrations before administrative agencies and at mediations on class/collective actions discrimination harassment retaliation wage and hour matters
Defend clients in PAGA matters
Draft and respond to pleadings and discovery
Draft and argue motions
Ability to take and defend depositions
Provide employment counseling on federal and state employment laws when needed

Knowledge Skills and Educational Requirements

JD from Accredited Law School
Must be admitted and a member in good standing of the California Bar
Should possess at least 4 years of litigation experience; preferably in employment and class action and PAGA.
Knowledge of Federal and California state labor and employment laws
Prior experience taking and defending depositions and arguing motions in court
Outstanding research and analytical skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent attention to detail
A self-starter with the ability to manage cases from start to finish
Ability to set a course of action and direct the work of associate attorneys and paralegals when needed
Ability to think strategically and creatively while providing practical counsel to clients
Ability to work in hybrid work schedule of 2 days in the office

Duties and Responsibilities Represent employers in court arbitrations before administrative agencies and at mediations on class/collective actions discrimination harassment retaliation wage and hour matters Defend clients in PAGA matters Draft and respond to pleadings and discovery Draft and argue ...