Associate Attorney - Wage & Hour Class Actions & PAGA

Wilshire Law Firm; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Team outings

Referral bonus

Medical HMO

Dental & Vision

Life and AD&D insurance

401k

FSA

EAP

Pet insurance

Job summary

Wilshire Law Firm invites an Associate Attorney to join our Wage & Hour Class Actions & PAGA team in California. You will handle complex employment litigation matters, develop strategy, and mentor alongside accomplished litigators.

Two+ years' experience in Wage & Hour, PAGA, or Class Actions and active California Bar membership are required. The role offers meaningful ownership, mentorship, and opportunities across major jurisdictions, including Oakland.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience handling Wage & Hour, PAGA, or Class Action matters.
• Active California State Bar membership in good standing.
• Strong litigation, legal research, and analytical skills.
• Persuasive written and oral advocacy.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• High level of ownership with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong litigation, legal research, and

Persuasive written and oral advocacy

Attention to detail and ownership

Team-oriented, fast-paced work style

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Associate Attorney - Wage & Hour Class Actions & PAGA

Wilshire Law Firm is an award-winning plaintiffs law firm with more than 18 years of experience representing individuals in Personal Injury, Employee Rights, and Consumer Class Action matters. Our team is driven by Excellence, Teamwork, and Integrityand an unwavering commitment to achieving meaningful results for our clients.

The Opportunity

Join a high-performing employment litigation team taking on major corporations and sophisticated defense firms in complex Wage & Hour Class Action and PAGA matters. As an Associate Attorney, you will take meaningful ownership of your cases while working alongside accomplished litigators. You will sharpen your strategy, writing, and advocacy skills through hands-on experience, direct mentorship, and increasing responsibility in high-stakes litigation.

What Youll Do

• Manage a docket of Wage & Hour Class Action and PAGA matters with support from senior attorneys and litigation staff
• Develop case strategies for matters in California state and federal courts
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, mediation briefs, and other substantive legal filings
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex factual and legal issues
• Take and defend depositions
• Represent clients at hearings, mediations, and other proceedings
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to move cases toward successful resolution
• Communicate with clients regarding case developments and strategy
• Contribute to trial preparation and other critical phases of litigation

What Were Looking For

• At least two years of experience handling Wage & Hour, PAGA, or Class Action matters
• Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar
• Strong litigation, legal research, and analytical skills
• Persuasive written and oral advocacy
• Sound judgment and the ability to navigate complex situations
• A high level of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Deposition, mediation, or motion-hearing experience preferred
• Adaptable and meticulous attention to detail.

Compensation

• Compensation range based on experience: $140,000 - $275,000 plus performance-based incentives

Benefits

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunitiesfor growth and advancement
• Team outingsand 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
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
• EAP(Employee Assistance Program)
• Pet Insurance

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Wilshire Law Firm celebrates being an equal employment opportunity provider to all people in accordance with all applicable laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to assist individuals with disabilities during the application process and to facilitate their performance of essential job functions throughout their employment.

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