Senior Attorney

Liebert Cassidy Whitmore; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 255,000; Full time

Job summary

Liebert Cassidy Whitmore, a leading law firm in California, seeks a mid-level litigation associate for its San Francisco office. This role involves extensive client contact and responsibility for various litigation tasks within the labor and employment practice. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of employment law experience and will benefit from a flexible hybrid schedule.

Benefits

401(k) Profit Sharing Plan

Performance-based bonus

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Pension plan

Child care support

Disability insurance

Paid maternity leave

Qualifications

• More than 5 years of experience in employment matters.
• Prior litigation experience required.
• Experience in 1st or 2nd chair trial is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conducting substantive witness interviews.
• Taking and defending depositions.
• Drafting dispositive motions.

Skills

Employment Law

Litigation

Client Communication

Deposition Skills

Education

Licensed to practice law in California

J.D. (Juris Doctor)

Job description

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Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $255,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus and Sign-on bonus

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Executive Director at Liebert Cassidy Whitmore

Liebert Cassidy Whitmore, with five offices spanning California, is the premier law firm representing public agencies, educational institutions, and nonprofits in the state. Our legal experts are trusted advisors in litigation, labor relations, negotiations, employment, education, business, and construction.

The Opportunity

The San Francisco office of LCW is seeking to hire a mid-level litigation associate to join its labor and employment practice. The ideal candidate must be licensed to practice law in the state of California with more than 5 years of experience in employment matters, including wage and hour, PAGA, and FLSA. Prior employment litigation experience is required. While not mandatory, experience in 1st or 2nd chair trial, mediation, or other dispute resolution processes is considered a significant advantage.

This role offers a flexible hybrid working schedule, allowing for a balance of in-office presence and remote work, which supports both professional growth and personal well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• This role involves extensive client contact and primary responsibilities include:
• Conducting substantive witness interviews
• Taking and defending depositions
• Regularly appearing and defending motions in court
• Case management
• Drafting dispositive motions, including demurrers, anti-SLAPP, motions for judgment, and motions for summary judgment

Experience in the public sector is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

• Liebert Cassidy Whitmore offers:
• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan
• Performance-based bonus for those who meet minimum hours requirements
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Litigation Practice Area

Our litigators routinely defend clients in complex labor, employment, and education lawsuits, up to and including trial. We pride ourselves on litigating high-stakes cases that have the potential to set precedents on cutting-edge employment and wage and hour issues. Our litigators are intimately involved in all aspects of preparing for trials, arbitrations, and mediations.

For more information about our firm and the exciting career opportunities we offer, please visit our website at lcwlegal.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Liebert Cassidy Whitmore is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Liebert Cassidy Whitmore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This position operates in an office environment, requiring the ability to sit for extended periods and work on a computer. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice and Legal Services

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Pension plan

Child care support

Disability insurance

Paid maternity leave

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