Senior-level Associate – Employment Litigation #ESF3723

ExpertHiring; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 235,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

ExpertHiring in Irvine, CA seeks a Senior-level Associate to lead California labor and employment litigation, handling single-plaintiff, class, and PAGA matters through all phases.

You will work with partners on strategy, manage discovery and depositions, draft dispositive motions, and represent clients at trial and in mediation; California bar in good standing and 7+ years of experience required. The firm offers a boutique environment with growth and strong compensation.

Qualifications

• California labor and employment litigation experience required.
• Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California.
• Ability to independently manage significant litigation matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead single-plaintiff, class action, collective action, and PAGA matters through all phases of litigation.
• Collaborate with relationship partners to develop strategy and take ownership of its execution.
• Direct discovery, take and defend depositions, and work with expert witnesses.
• Draft and argue dispositive and other significant motions.
• Appear in court and represent clients at trial and in arbitration proceedings.
• Lead settlement negotiations and advocate for clients in mediations.
• Prepare complex matters for trial and arbitration.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients across a range of industries.

Skills

Litigation leadership

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Interpersonal skills

Independent management

Job description

Senior-level Associate – Employment Litigation #ESF3723

Full time | ExpertHiring | United States

Posted On 09/17/2026

Job Information

Job Opening ID ZR_3695_JOB

Legal

$235,000 - $300,000 Annually

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City Irvine

State/Province California

92612

Job Description

What in it for you:

• One of the few boutique firms with a California-wide presence
• Founded in 1994 in Orange County by several labor and employment attorneys practicing at leading AmLaw 100 firms.
• outstanding benefit packages and a people-first work environment
• Growing company with tremendous opportunity for career advancement
• Great Salary and Benefits.

Job Type : Full Time

Location : Irvine, California

What you will be doing:

• Lead single-plaintiff, class action, collective action, and PAGA matters through all phases of litigation.
• Collaborate with relationship partners to develop strategy and take ownership of its execution.
• Direct discovery, take and defend depositions, and work with expert witnesses.
• Draft and argue dispositive and other significant motions.
• Appear in court and represent clients at trial and in arbitration proceedings.
• Lead settlement negotiations and advocate for clients in mediations.
• Prepare complex matters for trial and arbitration.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients across a range of industries.

Experience you will need:

• At least seven years of California labor and employment litigation experience.
• Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California.
• The ability to independently manage significant litigation matters.
• Experience handling complex class action and PAGA matters, including class certification, dispositive motions, expert discovery, and trial preparation.
• Experience handling single-plaintiff FEHA-related claims.
• Excellent writing, analytical, advocacy, and interpersonal skills.
• Sound judgment, initiative, and a collaborative approach.