Distribution Attorney

Wilshire Law Firm; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Team outings

Referral bonus

Medical HMO

Dental and Vision

Life and AD&D insurance

401k

FSA

EAP

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Wilshire Law Firm in California seeks a Distribution Attorney to join our Employment Class Action team. You will handle PAGA matters and large-scale class actions, with wage/hour and FEHA components, and collaborate with a skilled team dedicated to Excellence, Teamwork, and Integrity.

The ideal candidate is licensed in California, has significant experience finalizing MOUs and long-form settlement agreements, drafting motions for approval, and communicating with clients and third-party

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar.
• Experience finalizing MOUs and long-form settlement agreements.
• Experience drafting motions for preliminary and final approval.
• Strong writing and research skills.
• Attention to detail and team-oriented mindset.
• Willingness to relocate to Los Angeles, CA.

Responsibilities

• Finalize terms of class and PAGA settlements in MOUs.
• Convert MOUs into long-form settlement agreements with negotiations.
• Draft motions for preliminary and final approval of settlements.
• Draft declarations in support of approvals.
• Coordinate with settlement administrator on final report.
• Assist in drafting settlement agreements.
• Communicate with clients regarding settlements and required information.
• Interact with third-party settlement administrators.

Skills

PAGA experience

Class action practice

Settlement drafting

Legal writing

Education

Bar admission in CA

Job description

Distribution Attorney

Wilshire Law Firm is a distinguished, award-winning legal practice with over 18 years of experience, specializing in Personal Injury, Employee Rights, and Consumer Class Action lawsuits. We are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of Excellence and Justice and are united in our commitment to achieve the best outcome for our clients.

You will work side by side on a team of dynamic, collaborative, and client-focused professionals who are committed to delivering on our founding core values: Excellence, Teamwork, and Integrity.

The Opportunity

The Distribution Attorney is an integral part of the Employment Class Action team and will bring a strong background in California employment law, with specific experience in handling PAGA (Private Attorneys General Act) cases and large-scale class action work. Additionally, the candidate should be able to handle cases with both wage/hour and FEHA (Fair Employment and Housing Act) components.

Accountable for

• Finalize terms of class and PAGA settlements in Motions of Understanding (MOU).
• Convert MOUs into long-form settlement agreements, including negotiating and finalizing key final settlement terms with defense counsel.
• Assist attorneys in drafting motions for preliminary and final approval of class action settlements.
• Draft declarations in support of preliminary and final approval.
• Work with the settlement administrator in finalizing the settlement administration report.
• Assist in the drafting of settlement agreements.
• Communicate and coordinate with clients regarding settlements and needed information.
• Interact with third-party settlement administrators on carrying out the terms of the settlement agreement.

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar.
• Significant experience finalizing terms of settlement and distribution, including in MOUs and long-form settlement agreements.
• Experience in drafting motions for preliminary and final approval.
• Strong writing and research skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Able to work well within a team.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Reliably commute to or planning to relocate to Los Angeles, CA (90017).

Compensation

• $130,000 - $210,000 depending on experience

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-paidLife and AD&D insurance
• 401k
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
• EAP(Employee Assistance Program)
• Pet Insurance

Strive for Excellence. Fight for Justice. Foster Unity.

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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