Associate Attorney - Wage amp Hour Class Actions amp PAGA

BCG Attorney Search; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Growth opportunities

Team outings

Referral bonus

Medical HMO

Dental & Vision

Life & AD&D

401k plan

FSA

EAP

Pet insurance

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Irvine, CA seeks an Associate Attorney specializing in Wage & Hour Class Actions and PAGA. You will join a dynamic employment litigation team handling complex matters against major corporations while developing strategic writing and advocacy skills under direct mentorship.

The role offers increasing responsibility in high-stakes litigation, with opportunities to draft pleadings, take depositions, and participate in hearings.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ Wage & Hour, PAGA, or Class Action experience.
• Active California State Bar in good standing.
• Strong litigation, research, and analytical abilities.
• Persuasive written and oral advocacy.
• Sound judgment and ability to navigate complex situations.
• Experience in depositions, mediations, or motions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a docket of Wage & Hour Class Action and PAGA matters with senior attorney support.
• Develop case strategies for California state and federal courts.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and mediation briefs.
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex issues.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Represent clients at hearings and mediations.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to resolve cases.
• Communicate with clients regarding case developments.
• Contribute to trial preparation and critical litigation phases.

Skills

Litigation skills

Research skills

Analytical skills

Written advocacy

Oral advocacy

Attention to detail

Depositions/mediations

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney specializing in Wage & Hour Class Actions and PAGA in Irvine, CA. The successful candidate will join a dynamic employment litigation team, engaging in complex legal matters against major corporations. This role offers the opportunity to develop strategic, writing, and advocacy skills through direct mentorship and increasing responsibility in high-stakes litigation.

Duties

• Manage a docket of Wage & Hour Class Action and PAGA matters with senior attorney support.
• Develop case strategies for California state and federal courts.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and mediation briefs.
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex issues.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Represent clients at hearings and mediations.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to resolve cases.
• Communicate with clients regarding case developments.
• Contribute to trial preparation and critical litigation phases.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience in Wage & Hour, PAGA, or Class Action matters.
• Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar.
• Strong litigation, research, and analytical skills.
• Persuasive written and oral advocacy.
• Sound judgment and ability to navigate complex situations.
• High level of ownership and attention to detail.
• Experience in depositions, mediations, or motion hearings preferred.

Education

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

Certifications

• California State Bar membership.

Skills

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Effective communication and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Adaptability and meticulous attention to detail.

Benefits

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Team outings and sponsored events.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Firm-paid Medical HMO with affordable upgrades.
• Low-cost Dental and Vision plans.
• Firm-paid Life and AD&D insurance.
• 401k plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Pet Insurance.