California Wage & Hour Litigation Associate (PAGA)

Software Placement Group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 245,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Profit-sharing eligibility

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Software Placement Group in San Francisco seeks an Associate Attorney to join its Labor & Employment Litigation practice. You will handle California wage-and-hour class actions and PAGA matters for employers, advising on compliance and risk management while managing complex, high-stakes litigation.

This role offers opportunities for direct client interaction, strategic case development with partners and peers, and ongoing professional training in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with excellent academic record.
• Active California Bar Admission in good standing.
• 4–6 years of substantive employment litigation experience.
• Experience handling California wage and hour class actions and PAGA claims.

Responsibilities

• Represent employers in California wage and hour class action and PAGA litigation.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests and initial pleadings.
• Draft, argue, and respond to motions in state and federal courts.
• Take and defend depositions, and prepare witnesses for hearings.
• Advise clients on employment compliance and risk mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, and clients to develop case strategy and provide practical solutions.

Skills

Drafting pleadings & motions

Discovery management

Deposition handling

Legal writing & analysis

Communication & collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

California Bar Admission

Job description

Software Placement Group in San Francisco seeks an Associate Attorney to join its Labor & Employment Litigation practice. You will handle California wage-and-hour class actions and PAGA matters for employers, advising on compliance and risk management while managing complex, high-stakes litigation.

This role offers opportunities for direct client interaction, strategic case development with partners and peers, and ongoing professional training in a fast-paced environment.