Associate Attorney (Class/PAGA Settlement Approval)

D.Law; Pasadena (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full premium coverage for health, dental, and vision

3 weeks paid vacation

Generous holiday schedule

401K

Job summary

A reputable law firm is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney in Pasadena, California. The role involves drafting legal documents, attending court hearings, and conducting legal research, primarily focused on Class/PAGA actions. Ideal candidates should have a California State Bar license and at least one year of relevant experience. The firm offers excellent benefits including full health coverage, generous vacation time, and a supportive work environment, emphasizing dependability, oral advocacy skills, and analytical thinking.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience handling Class/PAGA action settlement approval preferred.
• Experience in employment law, wage & hour, and Class/PAGA actions is a plus.
• Fluent in English; Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents including motions and briefs.
• Attend hearings and argue motions in court.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Assist in client meetings.
• Manage caseloads and meet deadlines.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex matters.
• Maintain professionalism and ethical standards.

Skills

Oral advocacy skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Dependability

Computer savvy

Education

Active California State Bar license

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Clio

Job description

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Associate Attorney (Class/PAGA Settlement Approval)

A reputable, fast-growing law firm practicing employment law is seeking to fill a full‑time Associate Attorney. We are looking for confident, energetic, and sharp attorneys who are quick‑on‑their‑feet thinkers and aggressive creative litigators for adversarial, fast‑paced litigation.

Area of Practice

Exclusively labor and employment matters, on behalf of employees in California, with focus on wage and hour class/PAGA actions and single‑plaintiff employment lawsuits.

Title

Associate Attorney (Class/PAGA Settlement Approval)

Location

Pasadena, CA (on‑site preferred; may consider hybrid or remote)

Hours

Full‑Time. We do not require any minimum billable hours.

Salary

$110,000‑$150,000+ (Commensurate with Experience)

License Requirements

Active California State Bar license required, with no disciplinary history.

Experience

At least 1 year of experience handling Class/PAGA action settlement approval briefing and argument strongly preferred. Experience in plaintiff or defense side employment law, wage & hour, and Class/PAGA actions is a plus.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents such as motions, briefs, and pleadings, including but not limited to motions for preliminary and final approval of class/PAGA action settlements
• Attend hearings and argue motions in court/arbitration
• Conduct legal research and analysis
• Assist in client meetings
• Manage caseloads and ensure deadlines are met
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex legal matters
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and ethical standards

Benefits

Full premium covered for full‑time employees including health, dental and vision (50% of premium covered for eligible dependents), 3 weeks paid vacation, generous holiday schedule – extended Christmas closure, and 401K, among other perks.

General Skills Required

Superior oral advocacy skills, experience, and confidence; great analytical and critical thinking skills; attention to detail; honesty; dependability; ability to follow instructions and/or work independently; very computer savvy.

Computer Skills Preferred

• Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook, Adobe Acrobat/Apple Operating System, Clio/Other software’s

Language Skills

Fluent in English (spoken & written). Spanish is a plus.