Employment Attorney Pre-Litigation

BCG Attorney Search; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

401(k) with employer contributions.

Paid time off, sick leave, and HOLID”S

Firm-sponsored team lunches.

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Los Angeles, CA seeks an Employment Attorney focused on pre-litigation matters. You will manage high-volume employment cases, evaluate claims, draft demands, and negotiate settlements with employers and opposing counsel.

The ideal candidate is a California-licensed attorney with 1–10 years in employment law, strong negotiation and writing skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with internal teams.

Qualifications

• Active California State Bar member in good standing.
• 1–10 years of experience in employment law.
• Strong knowledge of California wage-and-hour, discrimination, retaliation, and termination.
• Excellent negotiation, writing, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume caseload from intake through pre-litigation settlement.
• Analyze case facts to assess liability, damages, and claim value.
• Draft demand letters and review personnel files, pay records, and supporting documentation.
• Develop pre-litigation strategy to maximize case outcomes.
• Negotiate settlements with employers and opposing counsel.
• Maintain consistent communication with clients and provide case updates.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure efficient case progression.
• Maintain accurate and detailed case notes in the firm's system.

Skills

Negotiation

Writing

Analytical

Communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

California State Bar membership

Job description

Job OverviewA law firm seeks an Employment Attorney in Los Angeles, CA, to focus on pre-litigation matters. This role involves case evaluation, demand drafting, and settlement negotiations, ideal for strong communicators and analytical thinkers comfortable managing a high-volume caseload.

Duties

• Manage a high-volume caseload of employment matters from intake through pre-litigation settlement.
• Analyze case facts to assess liability, damages, and claim value.
• Draft demand letters and review personnel files, pay records, and supporting documentation.
• Develop pre-litigation strategy to maximize case outcomes.
• Negotiate settlements with employers and opposing counsel.
• Maintain consistent communication with clients and provide case updates.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure efficient case progression.
• Maintain accurate and detailed case notes in the firm's system.

Requirements

• Active member of the California State Bar in good standing.
• 1-10 years of experience in employment law or related practice areas.
• Strong understanding of California employment law (wage and hour, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, harassment).
• Excellent negotiation, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong client communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with internal teams.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• California State Bar membership.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Excellent writing and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in managing high-volume caseloads.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer contributions.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.
• Firm-sponsored team lunches.