Mid-Senior Level Associate

Boutique Recruiting; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 245,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

HSA/FSA

Unlimited vacation

Parental leave

Profit sharing

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Job summary

Boutique Recruiting is seeking a Mid-Senior Level Associate to handle complex wage-and-hour litigation in California, spanning state and federal courts, from inception to resolution.

The role requires five+ years of experience in CA Labor Code, PAGA and FLSA matters, strong writing and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Salary range $245,000 - $270,000 / Year DOE.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of wage and hour litigation experience.
• Experience in CA Labor Code, PAGA, and FLSA matters.
• Proven ability to manage matters from inception through resolution.
• Excellent writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort developing strategy in PAGA representative actions.

Responsibilities

• Draft and respond to discovery and initial pleadings.
• Draft and argue motions.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Defend employers in wage and hour class, collective, and representative actions in CA.
• Manage written discovery and prepare key motions, including class certification and decertification.

Skills

Writing skills

Analytical thinking

Job description

Position Title: Mid-Senior Level Associate

About the Role:

This role presents a unique opportunity for a skilled attorney to engage in complex wage and hour litigation within a supportive and dynamic environment. The position involves significant responsibility, offering the chance to manage cases from inception to resolution while collaborating with multiple partners. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced setting, demonstrating strong analytical and writing skills while effectively juggling various projects. A commitment to professional development and proactive engagement in casework is essential. The firm fosters a culture that values individual contributions and teamwork, making it an excellent place for those seeking growth and collaboration.

Salary Range:

$245,000 - $270,000 / Year DOE

Mid-Senior Level Associate Responsibilities:

• Draft and respond to discovery and initial pleadings
• Draft and argue motions
• Take and defend depositions
• Defend employers in complex wage and hour class, collective, and representative actions in state and federal courts throughout California
• Manage written discovery and prepare key motions, including class certification and decertification

Mid-Senior Level Associate Requirements:

• Five or more years of experience
• Substantial experience litigating claims under the California Labor Code, the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA), and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Proven ability to manage matters from inception through resolution
• Comfortable developing a strategy in PAGA representative actions and analyzing core wage and hour compliance issues
• Excellent academic credentials and strong writing and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility and adaptability are preferred

Benefits:

• 401(k) match and eligibility from the first day of employment
• Medical and prescription benefits with multiple plan options
• Dental and vision coverage with various allowances
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Unlimited vacation policy subject to approval
• Parental leave, profit sharing, life insurance, long-term disability, and additional perks