Associate Attorney - Wage & Hour Class Action

Cruitin; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Cruitin, a California employment law firm in Los Angeles, is seeking an Associate Attorney with a focus on employment litigation to support wage-and-hour and PAGA matters. The junior role offers exposure to all phases of litigation, including research, drafting, discovery, client communication, and court appearances.

Candidates should have a J.D. from an accredited law school and active California Bar status.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active California Bar membership or pending admission.
• 1-6 years of litigation experience preferred within Wage and Hour Class Action, and/or PAGA
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery.
• Assist with case development, depositions, mediations, and trial preparation.
• Communicate with clients and provide case updates.
• Attend court hearings, mediations, and depositions as assigned.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to manage cases and meet deadlines.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Litigation experience

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Job description

Title: Associate Attorney, Employment Attorney, PAGA Attorney

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Compensation: $120-220,000

Requirements:

• J.D. from an accredited law school.


• Active California Bar membership or pending admission.


• 1-6 years of litigation experience preferred within Wage and Hour Class Action, and/or PAGA


• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.


• Report onsite for junior associates daily, for more experienced Associates we're open to hybrid or occasional onsite if you're out of the commutable distance.

We are a rapidly growing California employment law firm dedicated to protecting employee rights and delivering exceptional results. Our team is passionate about workplace justice, values collaboration, and provides attorneys with meaningful opportunities for professional growth and hands- on litigation experience.

Position Overview

The Junior Associate will support the firm's employment litigation practice, handling matters ranging from individual employment disputes to complex class and representative actions. This role offers exposure to all phases of litigation, including legal research, drafting, discovery, client communication, and court appearances.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery.


• Assist with case development, depositions, mediations, and trial preparation.


• Communicate with clients and provide case updates.


• Attend court hearings, mediations, and depositions as assigned.


• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to manage cases and meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.


• Active California Bar membership or pending admission.


• 1-6 years of litigation experience preferred within Wage and Hour Class Action, and/or PAGA


• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.

Why Join Us?

• Join a high-growth, employee-focused litigation practice.


• Gain substantial hands- on litigation and courtroom experience.


• Work alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative environment.


• Benefit from mentorship, professional development, and advancement opportunities.


• Help make a meaningful impact on the lives of employees throughout California.