Lead Employment Litigation Counsel - Class & PAGA

ExpertHiring; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 235,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

ExpertHiring in Irvine, CA seeks a Senior-level Associate to lead California labor and employment litigation, handling single-plaintiff, class, and PAGA matters through all phases.

You will work with partners on strategy, manage discovery and depositions, draft dispositive motions, and represent clients at trial and in mediation; California bar in good standing and 7+ years of experience required. The firm offers a boutique environment with growth and strong compensation.

Qualifications

• California labor and employment litigation experience required.
• Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California.
• Ability to independently manage significant litigation matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead single-plaintiff, class action, collective action, and PAGA matters through all phases of litigation.
• Collaborate with relationship partners to develop strategy and take ownership of its execution.
• Direct discovery, take and defend depositions, and work with expert witnesses.
• Draft and argue dispositive and other significant motions.
• Appear in court and represent clients at trial and in arbitration proceedings.
• Lead settlement negotiations and advocate for clients in mediations.
• Prepare complex matters for trial and arbitration.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients across a range of industries.

Skills

Litigation leadership

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Interpersonal skills

Independent management

Job description

ExpertHiring in Irvine, CA seeks a Senior-level Associate to lead California labor and employment litigation, handling single-plaintiff, class, and PAGA matters through all phases.

You will work with partners on strategy, manage discovery and depositions, draft dispositive motions, and represent clients at trial and in mediation; California bar in good standing and 7+ years of experience required. The firm offers a boutique environment with growth and strong compensation.