Distribution Attorney – Class Actions & PAGA (CA)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off and paid holidays

Opportunities for growth and promotion

Team outings and sponsored events

Employee referral bonus program

Firm-paid Medical HMO with affordable2

Low-cost Dental and Vision plans

Firm-paid Life and AD&D insurance

401k

FSA (Flexible Spending Account)

EAP(Employee Assistance Program)

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Wilshire Law Firm in California seeks a Distribution Attorney to support our Employment Class Action team, bringing strong California employment law experience with PAGA and large-scale class actions, including wage/hour and FEHA components. You will finalize terms of settlements, convert MOUs into long-form agreements, and negotiate key terms with defense counsel.

The role requires drafting motions, coordinating with clients, and interfacing with settlement administrators in a collaborative

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar.
• Significant experience finalizing terms of settlements and MOUs.
• Experience drafting motions for preliminary and final approval.
• Strong writing and research skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work within a team.
• Relocation or reliable commute to Los Angeles, CA (90017).

Responsibilities

• Finalize terms of class and PAGA settlements in MOUs.
• Convert MOUs into long-form settlement agreements with final terms.
• Draft motions for preliminary and final approval of settlements.
• Draft declarations in support of approvals.
• Coordinate with the settlement administrator on reporting.
• Assist in drafting settlement agreements and related documents.
• Communicate with clients regarding settlements and information needs.
• Interface with third-party settlement administrators to carry out terms.

Skills

California Bar

Settlement negotiation

Motions drafting

Legal writing

Legal research

Team player

Time management

Job description

Wilshire Law Firm in California seeks a Distribution Attorney to support our Employment Class Action team, bringing strong California employment law experience with PAGA and large-scale class actions, including wage/hour and FEHA components. You will finalize terms of settlements, convert MOUs into long-form agreements, and negotiate key terms with defense counsel.

The role requires drafting motions, coordinating with clients, and interfacing with settlement administrators in a collaborative