Associate Attorney -Labor & Employment

Higgs Fletcher & Mack LLP, one of San Diego’s oldest and most prestigious law firms, seeks an experienced litigation Associate Attorney to join the Firm’s Employment Litigation Practice Group. Our ideal candidate will possess three or more years' experience within the Employment Litigation practice area.

Our culture fosters collaboration, cross-practice teamwork, and professional growth through formal and informal mentorship. At HFM, you’ll represent esteemed clients, and contribute to a longstanding tradition of legal excellence.

Job Responsibilities

• Work on employment litigation matters of various sizes including individual, class, wage & hour, and PAGA litigation
• Extensive contact with client representatives and opposing counsel
• Assist with workplace investigations
• Take and defend depositions
• Draft pleadings and motions, including dispositive motions
• Draft and respond to discovery and correspondence

Qualifications

• Must be admitted to and in good standing with the California Bar
• 3+ years of experience in employment litigation required
• Wage and hour class action/PAGA experience highly preferred
• Possess strong analytical skills, excellent oral, and written communication skills
• Highly motivated professional who can take initiative and work independently as well as within a team

Job Type: Full-time

Anticipated base salary: $130,000-$ + Bonus

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employer paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Employer paid Short-Term Disability
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (Attorneys)
• Paid holidays
• Offices overlooking San Diego Bay & Downtown San Diego
• Free on-site gym membership
• Access to building lounge featuring indoor & outdoor terrace decks that include Bevi Water, Social Game Room (pool tables, golf simulator), mothers’ room and more!
• Paid onsite parking
• Ongoing on-site workshops & continuing education programs

Schedule:
Monday to Friday

Work Location: Onsite with the potential to move to hybrid after training