Employment Litigation Associate – Irvine, CA

Our client, a prestigious law firm, is seeking an Employment Litigation Associate with 4-7 years of experience to join their Irvine office. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled litigator with experience handling wage and hour class/collective actions and PAGA cases to join a dynamic and highly regarded employment law practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage wage and hour litigation matters, including class actions, collective actions, and PAGA cases
• Draft and respond to discovery requests and initial pleadings
• Draft and argue motions, including motions for summary judgment and class certification
• Take and defend depositions of plaintiffs, witnesses, and experts
• Provide strategic advice and counsel on employment litigation matters
• Work independently and collaboratively to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
• 4-7 years of employment litigation experience, with a strong focus on wage and hour class/collective actions and PAGA cases
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Self-starter who thrives in both independent and team-oriented environments
• Admitted to the California Bar (required)
• Candidates with strong litigation backgrounds in other practice areas and a demonstrated interest in employment law are encouraged to apply

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary range: $220,000 - $260,000 (based on experience, skills, and internal equity)
• Relocation assistance is available
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Generous paid time off and parental leave
  • 401(k) with profit-sharing and carve-out election
  • Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
  • Employee assistance program
  • Optional benefits, such as critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, student loan refinancing, dependent life insurance, and pet insurance

Application Process:

Our client welcomes applications from search firms. Interested candidates should submit:

• Resume
• Law school transcript
• Writing sample (10 pages max, minimally edited by others)

Why Join?

• Work at a top-tier employment litigation firm
• Gain high-level trial experience and handle complex wage and hour disputes
• Relocation assistance available for top talent looking to transition to Southern California
• Be part of a collaborative, high-performing team with excellent growth opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven employment litigator to advance their career with a leading law firm in Irvine, CA.