Labor and Employment Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Bonuses (annual discretionary & bill).

Health insurance

401(k) with partial match

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in San Jose, CA seeks a Labor and Employment Litigation Associate to represent clients in a range of employment matters, including wage-hour issues and PAGA actions. The candidate will handle complex litigation from assessment through trial, collaborating with seasoned practitioners in a high-quality, results-driven environment.

The ideal candidate has 4–10 years of experience, is admitted to the California Bar, and demonstrates strong written and verbal communication,

Qualifications

• 4–10 years of experience in labor and employment litigation.
• Strong knowledge of FEHA, Title VII, wage/hour laws, and PAGA.
• Admission to the State Bar of California.
• Strong work ethic and team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Handle employment litigation, including wage and hour class actions and PAGA representative actions.
• Manage single-plaintiff employment matters involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and wage and hour claims.
• Oversee all phases of litigation, including case assessment, discovery, motion practice, mediation, and trial.

Skills

Litigation management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Labor and Employment Litigation Associate in San Jose, CA. The firm provides high-quality legal services to public agencies, private entities, and individuals throughout California. They offer a collaborative environment where attorneys work alongside seasoned practitioners to deliver effective and strategic representation.

Duties

• Handle employment litigation, including wage and hour class actions and PAGA representative actions.
• Manage single-plaintiff employment matters involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and wage and hour claims.
• Oversee all phases of litigation, including case assessment, discovery, motion practice, mediation, and trial.

Requirements

• 4-10 years of experience in labor and employment litigation.
• Strong understanding of the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Title VII, wage and hour laws, PAGA, and other applicable labor and employment laws and regulations.
• Admission to the State Bar of California.
• Strong work ethic, self-starter mentality, and team-oriented mindset.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Skills

• Ability to manage all phases of litigation effectively.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement option.
• Reasonable billable hours requirement.
• Annual discretionary and billable hours bonuses.
• Competitive health insurance benefits.
• 401(k) with a partial match.