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Senior Employment Attorney (Wage & Hour Class Action)

Our well-respected client is seeking an experienced Senior Employment Attorney to join their growing litigation team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on impactful, high-stakes wage and hour class action matters that influence employment law across California.

Senior Employment Attorney Benefits and Compensation:

• Competitive base salary with strong upside tied to performance and case outcomes

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) plan with employer contribution

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

• Additional earning potential through origination and settlement-based bonuses

• Opportunity to collaborate with highly regarded employment law attorneys on complex, precedent-setting cases

Senior Employment Attorney Requirements & Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active license to practice law in California

• 5–10 years of civil litigation experience, with a focus on wage and hour, class action, or PAGA claims

• Demonstrated ability to independently manage discovery, conduct depositions, and handle motion practice in complex litigation

• Advanced legal writing and research skills, including drafting dispositive motions, briefs, and appellate-level documents

• Proven ability to manage multiple active cases, meet deadlines, and maintain exceptional attention to detail in a fast-paced environment

Senior Employment Attorney Preferred Background & Skills:

• Experience in plaintiff-side employment litigation or transition from defense with relevant case exposure

• Strong knowledge of California labor laws, class action procedures, and a proactive, collaborative approach with a passion for employee advocacy

JOB ID: 173596

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