Two (2) Mid-Level Associate Attorneys

PROTECTION LAW GROUP, LLP; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic California-based law firm is seeking two Mid-Level Employment Associate Attorneys with 4-6 years of experience in handling wage-and-hour class actions and PAGA actions. This full-time position offers a clear path for leadership development and includes responsibilities like drafting legal documents, overseeing junior attorneys, and collaborating on case strategies. Ideal candidates will possess strong legal research and writing skills, along with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. The salary range for this position is $150k-$200k.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience handling wage-and-hour class actions and PAGA representative actions.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and experience managing junior team members.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in prosecuting wage-and-hour and PAGA actions from inception through settlement or trial.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
• Prepare for and take depositions, including defending depositions.
• Independently handle court appearances and tactical litigation tasks.
• Support the Team Leader/Partner in advancing complex employment litigation matters.

Skills

Legal research

Writing skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership ability

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Membership with the California State Bar

Job description

We are a dynamic and growing plaintiff-side California-based law firm dedicated to providing strategic counsel and litigation services in labor and employment law and personal injury.

Role Description

We are seeking two (2) Mid-Level Employment Associate Attorneys with 4-6 years of experience handling wage-and-hour class actions and PAGA representative actions to join our employment litigation team. This role is ideal for an attorney who has strong foundational experience in employment law and is ready to take on increased responsibility while continuing to develop under the guidance of a Team Leader/Partner, with a clear path toward future leadership.

Salary Range

$150k-$200k

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in prosecuting wage-and-hour and PAGA actions from inception through settlement or trial
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery responses
• Prepare for and take depositions, including defending depositions
• Collaborate with senior attorneys, paralegals, and clients on case strategy and execution
• Independently handle court appearances and tactical litigation tasks
• Supervise and mentor 1–2 junior attorneys and paralegals
• Support the Team Leader/Partner in advancing complex employment litigation matters

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active and good‑standing membership with the California State Bar
• 4-6 years of experience in wage-and-hour class actions and PAGA representative actions
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Demonstrated leadership ability and experience managing junior team members
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Legal
• Law Practice