Litigation Associate - Public Entity & FEHA (AmLaw 100 Defense, Remote)

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• Candidate must be local to LA to be considered*
  
  
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Job Title: Employment Litigation Associate (single-plaintiff FEHA cases)\n
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Location: California - Remote or Hybrid, but must be local to Los Angeles for onsite meetings, court appearances, etc.\n
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Compensation: Base salary of $130,000.00 - $190,000.00 (commensurate with experience, targeting 1-5 years of experience), Plus Bonus

Billing / hours: 1900\n
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Benefits Overview: The firm provides comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as tax-advantaged Health Savings Accounts; retirement savings through Roth and 401(k) options; life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; ample paid time off; wellness initiatives and employee assistance programs; reimbursement for bar dues and approved professional expenses; continuing legal education support; fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits; paid parental leave; long-term care coverage; unpaid leave in compliance with applicable federal and state regulations; student loan refinancing resources; and employee discount programs.\n
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Position Overview: The Am100 law firm, a prominent California-based practice, seeks a dedicated Associate Attorney to join its employment law team. This position focuses primarily on managing single-plaintiff cases. The ideal candidate will have experience in employment litigation and exceptional writing skills.

Key Responsibilities

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• Manage single-plaintiff FEHA cases, including drafting pleadings, motions, and legal briefs.
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• Conduct thorough legal research and produce high-quality written deliverables.
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• Represent the law firm’s clients primarily in state court, with some federal court involvement.
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• Address occasional wage and hour issues related to FEHA cases.
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• Communicate effectively with the law firm’s clients and opposing counsel to resolve disputes.
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• Handle all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, and court appearances.
  
  
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Qualifications:

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• Active California Bar license required.
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• 1-5 years of experience in employment litigation, with a focus on FEHA cases.
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• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
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• Strong academic credentials.
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• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining collaboration with the law firm’s team.
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• Familiarity with federal employment laws is advantageous but not required.
  
  
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