Senior Associate Attorney - FEHA Litigation

Ascendion

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 200,000 - 300,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Unlimited PTO

10 paid holidays

On-site gym access

Bonus incentives (commission, KPI, and

Bonuses for sanctions awards

Job summary

Ascendion is expanding its plaintiff-side employment practice in San Diego and seeks a Senior Associate Attorney with meaningful FEHA experience to lead single-plaintiff matters. You will handle cases involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination, while engaging in hearings, depositions, and trial preparation.

The successful candidate will manage cases end-to-end, research, draft pleadings, and advise clients, collaborating with a team to develop effective

Qualifications

J.D. from an accredited law school.
Active membership in the California State Bar and in good standing.
Significant single-plaintiff FEHA and employment law experience.
Strong litigation, writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.
Ability to independently manage cases and own matters.
Excellent judgment, communication skills, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Manage and litigate single-plaintiff employment matters from inception through resolution.
Handle FEHA, wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and related employment claims.
Conduct legal research and analysis.
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, settlement demands, and other legal documents.
Take and defend depositions.
Participate in hearings, mediations, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.
Communicate directly with clients and provide strategic legal advice.
Work collaboratively with attorneys and staff to develop effective case strategies.