Employment Attorney - Associate

Lagasse Branch Bell + Kinkead LLP; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking entry-level employment litigation associates to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to defend clients in a variety of employment-related claims while working in a supportive and collaborative environment. With a strong emphasis on professional growth and client interaction, you will engage in legal research, drafting, and representation at court. The firm values teamwork and has been recognized as one of the best places to work, providing a hybrid work model and comprehensive benefits. If you are passionate about employment law and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Annual Subjective Bonus

Annual Business Origination Bonus

Annual Objective Bonus for Hours Billed over 1850

Annual 401k Contributions by the Firm

Annual Profit-Sharing Contributions by the Firm

Wellness Benefit Reimbursement

Cell Phone/Internet Stipend

Paid Parking/Transportation

Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)

11 Paid Firm Holidays

Qualifications

• Must have a Juris Doctor and California bar admission.
• 2+ years of experience in employment law preferred.

Responsibilities

• Defend clients in employment-related claims and litigation.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Prepare for and represent clients at court and arbitration.

Skills

Juris Doctor

California bar admission

Employment law background

Legal writing

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Court appearances

Trial experience

Education

Juris Doctor from an ABA accredited law school

Job description

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Lagasse Branch Bell + Kinkead LLP provided pay range

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Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $230,000.00/yr

Salary Range: $120,000 to $230,000 annually, depending on experience, plus generous benefits (discussed below)

Our Firm: Lagasse Branch Bell + Kinkead (LBBK) is a certified female-owned law firm dedicated to providing responsive, quality, and result-oriented services to our clients. Whether defending our clients in litigation or offering proactive advice designed to prevent litigation, we partner with our clients to help them achieve their business goals. Our mission is simple: to provide comprehensive solutions for the legal needs of companies throughout California.

We have a team of bright, talented, energetic lawyers, and an inclusive work environment. We enjoy what we do, and we believe it shows in our work product and our interactions with clients and co-workers. We provide opportunities for substantial client contact, practice development, and professional growth. We value collaboration and teamwork, and we are proud to have been recognized many times as one of the Best Places to Work by the San Diego Business Journal.

We provide hybrid/work from home options, although candidates must reside in the general vicinity of LBBK’s San Diego, Los Angeles, or San Francisco, California offices.

Position Description: We are seeking employment litigation associates with all levels of experience. Associates will defend employer clients in single plaintiff employment litigation (in court and arbitration) and will investigate and respond to administrative charges. Some wage & hour experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities:

• Defending clients in a broad range of employment-related claims
• Investigating claims and defenses, analyzing liability and damages, and developing case handling strategies
• Conducting legal research and analysis
• Drafting letters, memos, motions, and pleadings
• Preparing discovery request/responses and taking/defending depositions
• Representing clients at court conferences, hearings, mediations, and trial/arbitration
• Regularly communicating with partners, associates, paralegals, clients, and opposing counsel
• 1850 billable hours

Skills & Requirements:

• Juris Doctor from an ABA accredited law school
• Current California bar admission, in good standing
• 2+ years of experience, employment law background strongly preferred
• Excellent writer with attention to detail
• Must be a team player with exceptional personal interaction skills and responsiveness
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of current state and federal procedures
• Must be comfortable handling court appearances and have some experience participating in depositions and mediations
• Trial experience is preferred, but not required

Benefits:

• Annual Subjective Bonus
• Annual Business Origination Bonus
• Annual Objective Bonus for Hours Billed over 1850
• Annual 401k Contributions by the Firm
• Annual Profit-Sharing Contributions by the Firm
• Wellness Benefit Reimbursement
• Cell Phone/Internet Stipend
• Paid Parking/Transportation
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Paid Firm Holidays
• Paid Jury Duty
• Paid Maternity, Paternity, Catastrophic Disability Leave
• Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care and Dependent Care
• Paid Bar Dues
• Paid/Firm-Sponsored Continuing Legal Education to meet State requirements
• Employee Assistance Program

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice