Wage- Litigation Associate

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Competitive Compensation, Equity, Excellent Benefits, Profit Sharing, 401k, and More!

Salary $150,000 - $210,000 per year

We’re a national employment law firm with over 25 offices and more than 450 attorneys. Our attorneys practice before state and federal courts and administrative agencies across the US and we are looking for an experienced Litigation Associate with 2+ years wage‑hour class action claims experience to join our team.

This position provides an opportunity to work on high‑profile cases and interact with top‑tier clients, offering a platform for professional growth and advancement.

• Excellent Benefits
• Equity
• Profit Sharing
• 401k
• Competitive Compensation

We are seeking a dynamic and ambitious Permanent Wage‑Hour Employment Litigation Associate to join our diverse and inclusive team. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional legal services to our clients, primarily in wage‑hour and employment litigation, working on high‑profile cases and complex litigation.

• Represent clients in all stages of wage‑hour and employment litigation, including pre‑litigation investigation and negotiations, drafting pleadings, discovery, and trial.
• Conduct thorough investigations into potential wage‑hour violations and PAGA cases.
• Develop and implement litigation strategies, in collaboration with our team, to represent clients and achieve successful outcomes.
• Draft and argue motions, take and defend depositions, and negotiate settlements.
• Engage in proactive client communication to provide updates, advice, and legal counsel.
• Participate in the development and presentation of educational programs and materials for clients and potential clients about wage‑hour laws and related topics.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of developments in wage‑hour laws, court decisions, and other regulatory changes that affect our clients.

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California state bar and in good standing.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in wage‑hour and employment litigation, including substantial experience with class action law, civil litigation, wage‑hour disputes, PAGA cases, and class action lawsuits.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of wage‑hour laws.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to present complex legal arguments and strategies to clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
• Proven track record of successfully managing multiple cases and projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines, and maintaining high standards of quality and professionalism.
• Demonstrated commitment to public interest law, workers’ rights, and social justice.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, thriving in a fast‑paced, challenging, and collaborative environment.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity, and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories and complies with all applicable laws regarding unemployment status, background checks, and privacy under the US and California law.

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