Pre-Litigation Employment Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Pre-Litigation Employment Attorney in Los Angeles, CA. The attorney will manage employment disputes pre-litigation, provide strategic legal counsel, and assist clients through complex employment issues in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a JD from an accredited law school, active bar admission, and experience in employment law, with strong research and drafting capabilities. Collaboration with internal teams will be essential.

Qualifications

• JD required from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in relevant jurisdiction.
• Experience in employment law case management.
• Proven ability to conduct depositions and draft contracts.
• Strong legal research using LexisNexis and Westlaw.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough legal research on employment statutes and relevant case law.
• Draft and review legal documents including demand letters and settlement agreements.
• Assess employment claims by analyzing evidence and interviewing clients.
• Develop case strategies for early resolution through negotiation.
• Prepare for trial by organizing case files and drafting pleadings.
• Communicate effectively with clients to explain legal options and outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal teams on cases involving diverse practice areas.

Skills

Employment law

Legal research

Drafting contracts

Depositions

Negotiation

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

LexisNexis

Westlaw

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Pre-Litigation Employment Attorney in Los Angeles, CA. The role involves managing employment-related disputes before litigation, providing strategic legal counsel, and supporting clients through complex employment issues. This position offers an opportunity to leverage comprehensive legal knowledge across multiple practice areas to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced environment.

Duties

• Conduct thorough legal research on employment statutes and relevant case law.
• Draft and review legal documents including demand letters and settlement agreements.
• Assess employment claims by analyzing evidence and interviewing clients.
• Develop case strategies for early resolution through negotiation.
• Prepare for trial by organizing case files and drafting pleadings.
• Communicate effectively with clients to explain legal options and outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal teams on cases involving diverse practice areas.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school with active bar admission.
• Proven experience in employment law case management.
• Demonstrated ability to handle personal injury cases and conduct depositions.
• Strong background in legal research using LexisNexis and Westlaw.
• Experience drafting contracts and conducting procedural law research.
• Prior work experience in a law office setting is highly preferred.
• Excellent writing skills with proficiency in legal negotiation and advocacy.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active bar admission in relevant jurisdiction(s).

Skills

• Legal research and analysis.
• Drafting and reviewing legal documents.
• Client communication and negotiation.
• Case strategy development.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance