Associate Attorney – Class Action/Employment (Multiple Offices)

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Lagasse Branch Bell + Kinkead

San Diego / Los Angeles / San Francisco, CA

Position Summary
Associate Attorney – Class Action/Employment

We are seeking experienced litigation associates for the firm’s class action practice group to join our San Diego, Los Angeles, and San Francisco offices. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in employment litigation, particularly in defending wage and hour class actions and PAGA. The candidate will handle class actions lawsuits throughout the life of the case with oversight and mentoring from partners. Duties include, but are not limited to, internal investigations, legal research, preparing discovery and taking/defending depositions, drafting motions and pleadings, and representing clients at court conferences, hearings, and trial. Must also have excellent writing and oral advocacy skills and significant experience in discovery and law and motion practice. Must also be a self-starter who possesses strong organizational skills, is able to work with multiple clients and attorneys, and is ready to hit the ground running. This flexible opportunity would allow the attorney to occasionally work from home; candidates must reside in the vicinity of the San Diego, Los Angeles, and San Francisco offices.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Analyze client needs, identify solutions, and determine case strategies
  • Argue motions in court on behalf of clients during legal proceedings
  • Advise clients by weighing available options toward a successful outcome and plan a course of action
  • Conduct research and draft pleadings, briefs, and motions
  • Communicate with partners, associates, paralegals, and clients to ensure cases are handled efficiently

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Communication, problem-solving, decision-making, interpersonal, and public speaking skills required
  • Jobseekers should be a member of their local bar association
  • Work independently while handling a heavy caseload
  • Computer skills working with iManage and Coyote Analytics preferred1850 billable hours

Compensation

• Junior Associate = $120K – $160K (1-4 year attorney)

• Mid-Level = $150K – $200K (3-7 year attorney)

• Senior Associate = $180K – $215K (6+ year attorney)

• Senior Counsel = $180K – $215K

• Law and Motion = $130K – $200K (4+ year attorney)

How to Apply
Please apply via this link: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4125984454

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