Associate Attorney - Employment Law

BCG Attorney Search; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary

Bonuses

Medical benefits

PTO & holidays

401(k) retirement

Mentorship & development

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Pleasanton, California seeks an Associate Attorney to join its employment law practice, focusing on litigation and client engagement.

The role requires a J.D., active California State Bar membership, and 2+ years of employment litigation experience, with strong research, writing, and advocacy skills. A collaborative, growth‑oriented environment with mentorship is offered.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar.
• 2+ years of litigation experience preferred, with emphasis on employment litigation.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Strong organizational and case management abilities.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.
• Outstanding interpersonal and client communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage employment litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Attend court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences.
• Communicate directly with clients and insurance carriers.
• Assist with trial preparation and strategy development.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to achieve favorable outcomes.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Litigation advocacy

Client communication

Organization & case management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney in Pleasanton, California, to join its expanding practice in employment law. This role offers a dynamic environment for attorneys passionate about litigation and client engagement.

Duties

• Manage employment litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Attend court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences.
• Communicate directly with clients and insurance carriers.
• Assist with trial preparation and strategy development.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to achieve favorable outcomes.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar.
• 2+ years of litigation experience preferred.
• Employment litigation experience strongly preferred.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Strong organizational and case management abilities.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment.
• Outstanding interpersonal and client communication skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active membership in the California State Bar.

Skills

• Excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Strong organizational and case management abilities.
• Outstanding interpersonal and client communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical benefits.
• Paid time off and firm holidays.
• 401(k) retirement program.
• Ongoing mentorship and professional development opportunities.