Employment Law Pre-Litigation Attorney

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Join a dynamic and growing plaintiff-side employment law firm as a Pre-Litigation Employment Law Attorney. This role is ideal for a strategic and client-focused attorney with experience in employment law who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and is passionate about advocating for employee rights. The position focuses on early-stage legal strategy, factual development, client counseling, and negotiation before formal litigation begins. This is a critical role within our legal team, aimed at setting the tone and trajectory of each case through thorough case vetting, legal analysis, and early resolution efforts.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary range: $200,000 – $240,000, depending on experience
• Hands-on litigation experience with opportunities to take ownership of cases
• Supportive and fast-paced work environment
• Ongoing professional development and mentorship
• Collaborative team culture with direct access to partners
• Hybrid and fully remote options!

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a high-volume caseload of employment-related matters in the pre-litigation phase, including claims of wrongful termination, wage and hour violations, retaliation, and discrimination.
• Conduct detailed client interviews, assess legal claims, and develop case strategies.
• Draft demand letters, legal memos, and early-stage legal documents.
• Gather and review evidence including personnel files, wage statements, and written communications.
• Negotiate settlements and communicate directly with opposing counsel to seek early resolution.
• Collaborate with intake, litigation, and operations teams to ensure smooth case progression.
• Prepare matters for litigation handoff when pre-suit resolution is not possible.
• Maintain strong client communication throughout the case lifecycle.

Requirements:

• Active member of the California Bar.
• 7+ years of experience in employment law litigation, including substantial exposure to wage and hour, class action, and PAGA matters.
• Experience drafting demand letters and negotiating pre-suit settlements.
• Ability to manage multiple cases in a deadline-driven environment.
• Empathetic, strategic, and solutions-oriented approach to client matters.

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

JOB ID: 163676

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Arsham Kamali

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