Senior Litigation Attorney

NACBA; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Year-end discretionary bonus

New business origination bonuses

Referral bonuses

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

Paid time off

CLE and professional org membership

Mentorship program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Martenson, Hasbrouck & Simon LLP, a national labor and employment law firm, seeks a senior associate and/or of counsel to join its Sacramento office to handle wage and hour class and PAGA matters.

Hybrid work is acceptable and a fully remote position may be considered for the right candidate, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and strategic decision-making.

The firm offers a competitive salary, discretionary bonuses, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of wage and hour litigation experience with class and PAGA matters.
• Active California State Bar admission.
• JD from ABA-accredited law school.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong research and analytical abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Tight deadlines and handling high-volume caseloads.

Responsibilities

• Defend wage and hour class and PAGA actions in California.
• Collaborate with Sacramento team on strategy and complex tasks.
• Contribute to case management and discovery planning.
• Provide mentorship and leadership to junior associates.

Skills

Wage/hour litigation

PAGA litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

JD degree

CA Bar admission

Job description

Martenson, Hasbrouck & Simon LLP ("MHS") is a boutique labor and employment law firm with a national presence, recognized for its legal excellence and client-focused approach. Based in Atlanta, with additional offices in Dallas, Chicago, New York, Orange County, Sacramento, and San Diego, MHS has a strong presence across major U.S. cities, providing its attorneys with robust professional development and career growth opportunities.

MHS is seeking a senior associate and/or of counsel to join the firm’s Sacramento office, primarily defending wage and hour class and PAGA actions. Candidates must have significant experience litigating wage and hour class and PAGA claims and must have excellent writing and legal analysis skills. Attorneys in the Sacramento office generally work collaboratively as a team on class and PAGA matters, and the expectation is for a senior associate and/or of counsel to be able to provide meaningful contribution to strategic decision-making and handling of advanced tasks.

Hybrid work arrangements are acceptable. A fully remote position may be considered depending on demonstrated experience level.

MHS offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive salary range, commensurate with experience.
• Discretionary year-end bonus.
• New business origination bonuses.
• Referral Bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
• Paid time off.
• CLE and professional organization membership expense reimbursement.
• Attorney mentorship program.
• Professional development opportunities.

Salary: $190,000 - $300,000 depending on experience.

Martenson, Hasbrouck & Simon LLP is an equal opportunity employer.

• 5+ years of wage and hour litigation experience, including significant class and PAGA litigation
• Active California State Bar admission
• JD degree from an ABA accredited law school
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong research skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills