Labor & Employment - Midlevel to Senior Associate Attorney

Pernini Legal; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 310,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a top-tier national law firm as a Midlevel to Senior Associate Attorney in Labor & Employment in San Francisco. This exciting opportunity allows you to leverage your 5-7 years of employment law experience, particularly in litigation, to represent clients in complex matters. You will collaborate with a team of experienced attorneys, providing innovative solutions while handling a variety of employment-related issues, including wage disputes and class actions. The firm offers a competitive salary ranging from $310,000 to $420,000, along with a discretionary bonus based on performance. Enjoy a collegial work environment with ample opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Personal Medical Leave

Parental Leave

Paid Holidays

Family Care Benefits

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of employment law experience with a focus on litigation.
• Admission to the California bar is required.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex labor and employment matters.
• Draft and review critical legal documents related to employment law.

Skills

Employment Litigation

Legal Writing

Client Counseling

Communication Skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Legal Research Software

Job description

Labor & Employment - Midlevel to Senior Associate Attorney

A top AmLaw 100 national law firm is seeking a highly-qualified and motivated Midlevel to Senior Associate to join their Labor & Employment practice group in San Francisco, CA.

Candidate Profile:

• JD from a top-tier law school with strong academic credentials.
• Admission to the California bar is required.
• 5-7 years of employment law experience, preferably with an AmLaw 100 law firm.
• Proven experience in employment litigation, including court appearances and depositions.
• Expertise in handling single-plaintiff and class action lawsuits, wage and hour matters, and client counseling.
• Proficiency in drafting motions to compel arbitration, discovery requests and responses, oppositions to motions for class certification, long-form settlement agreements in wage and hour class/collective actions, separation agreements, offer letters, arbitration agreements, and PIIAs.
• Experience in conducting labor due diligence on M&A deals is highly preferred.
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in complex labor and employment matters, including litigation and client counseling.
• Collaborate with a team of experienced attorneys to develop creative solutions for clients to build the practice.
• Handle a variety of employment-related issues, including wage and hour disputes and class action lawsuits.
• Draft and review critical legal documents, such as motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements.

Why Join?
This role offers a competitive compensation package, with a salary ranging from $310,000 to $420,000 annually, depending on experience. A discretionary bonus may also be available based on performance. The firm provides a collegial work environment with opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision insurance, personal medical and parental leave, up to ten paid holidays, family care benefits, and a 401(k) plan.

Application Requirements:
Interested candidates should submit their resume, law school transcript, and a writing sample.