San Francisco - Mid-Level Employment Litigation Associate

plug-legal; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 230,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with profit-sharing opportunities

Comprehensive health insurance

Generous paid time off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Student loan refinancing program

Job summary

Plug-legal in San Francisco is seeking a skilled litigation associate to manage high-stakes employment litigation. This role emphasizes collaborative work within a talented team, providing mentorship and support for personal growth.

The ideal candidate will have 4 to 6 years of experience in employment litigation, a JD from an ABA-accredited law school, and an active California State bar license. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered, including paid time off and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• 4 to 6 years of dedicated employment litigation experience.
• Active California State bar license in good standing.
• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex employment litigation cases from start to finish.
• Litigate California wage-hour class actions and discrimination matters.
• Draft and respond to pleadings and discovery requests.
• Prepare and argue key motions.
• Take and defend depositions.

Skills

Employment litigation experience

Strong academic credentials

Excellent writing skills

Research skills

Analytical skills

Ability to work independently and in a team

Education

JD from an ABA-accredited law school

Active California State bar license

Job description

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a skilled litigation associate to join the San Francisco office of a leading national labor and employment practice. This forward-thinking firm values innovation and provides an ideal environment for attorneys who are passionate about litigation and dedicated to personal growth. You will step into a fast-paced, collaborative team culture that balances high-quality client service with strong internal mentorship and peer support.

About the Role

In this position, you will focus on high-stakes employment litigation, taking on significant responsibility in managing complex cases from start to finish.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Litigating sophisticated California wage-hour class actions, PAGA cases, and complex discrimination and harassment matters.
• Drafting and responding to initial pleadings and discovery requests.
• Preparing and arguing key motions to advance case strategies.
• Preparing witnesses for depositions, as well as taking and defending depositions.
• Managing multiple litigation projects efficiently under tight deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Partnering closely with team members to serve a diverse and dynamic client base on cutting-edge legal issues.

What We're Looking For

Must Have:

• 4 to 6 years of dedicated employment litigation experience.
• Active California State bar license in good standing.
• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Strong academic credentials paired with excellent writing, research, and analytical skills.
• A proactive, self-starting approach with the ability to thrive both independently and within a team-oriented culture.

What's on Offer

• Salary Range: $230,000 – $260,000 annually (determined by relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity).
• Financial Benefits: 401(k) plan with profit-sharing opportunities and carve-out election.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off and paid parental leave programs.
• Additional Perks: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), student loan refinancing program, and optional coverage plans including critical care, accident, hospital indemnity, dependent life, and pet insurance.