Wage & Hour Class Action Attorney

The Sentinel Firm, APC; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

CLE and professional development

Employee referral program

Signing bonus for experienced lawyers

Bonuses and commissions on top of base

Remote considered outside greater Los(

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

The Sentinel Firm, APC in Los Angeles is seeking attorneys with experience litigating California wage and hour class actions or PAGA cases. You will handle wage and hour class actions and PAGA matters involving overtime, meal and rest breaks, business expenses, and related claims.

You will develop case strategy, manage discovery, draft and argue motions, appear in state and federal court, and mentor junior attorneys as your experience allows.

Qualifications

• Active California State Bar membership in good standing.
• Two+ years of relevant litigation experience, including wage and hour class actions or PAGA.
• Strong legal writing and the ability to develop and explain a litigation strategy.
• Ability to manage deadlines and client relationships.
• The ability to work independently while collaborating with other attorneys and staff.

Responsibilities

• Developing case strategy from the initial investigation through settlement or trial.
• Managing written discovery and taking and defending depositions.
• Drafting and arguing substantive motions.
• Appearing in state and federal court.
• Working directly with clients and coordinating with the attorneys and staff assigned to your cases.
• Leading cases and mentoring junior attorneys as your experience allows.

Skills

Legal writing

Case strategy

Deposition

Team leadership

Education

California State Bar member

Job description

$145,000–$275,000 base salary + commissions + year-end bonuses + signing bonus

Flexible scheduling | Remote considered outside greater Los Angeles

The Sentinel Firm is hiring attorneys with experience litigating California wage and hour class actions or PAGA cases.

We are a 24-attorney plaintiff-side employment firm based in Los Angeles. We represent employees in cases against regional, national, and Fortune 500 employers. Our class action practice is growing, and we’re looking for attorneys who want more responsibility over their cases, a voice in litigation strategy, and compensation that reflects their contributions.

We welcome attorneys with at least two years of relevant litigation experience, including wage and hour class action or PAGA work, as well as seasoned litigators interested in leading cases and mentoring other attorneys.

The Work

You will handle wage and hour class actions and PAGA matters involving overtime, meal and rest breaks, business expenses, and related claims. Depending on your experience, your responsibilities will include:

• Developing case strategy from the initial investigation through settlement or trial.
• Managing written discovery and taking and defending depositions.
• Drafting and arguing substantive motions.
• Appearing in state and federal court.
• Working directly with clients and coordinating with the attorneys and staff assigned to your cases.
• Leading cases and mentoring junior attorneys as your experience allows.

Experienced attorneys will have room to exercise their judgment and take the lead. Attorneys still developing their class action practice will work closely with senior litigators and take on greater responsibility as they progress.

Why Join Us?

Responsibility and support. You’ll have a substantive role in your cases, direct access to senior attorneys, and input into how the litigation is handled.

A financial stake in your work. Our compensation includes a base salary, commissions, and year-end bonuses. We are also offering a signing bonus for experienced candidates.

Room to advance. As the department grows, we need attorneys who can lead cases, develop younger lawyers, and take on leadership responsibilities. Advancement depends on your work, judgment, and ability to lead.

Flexibility. Flexible schedules are available. We will also consider remote arrangements for qualified attorneys living outside greater Los Angeles.

What We’re Looking For

• Active California State Bar membership in good standing.
• At least two years of relevant litigation experience, including experience handling wage and hour class actions or PAGA matters.
• Strong legal writing and the ability to develop and explain a litigation strategy.
• Sound judgment in managing cases, deadlines, and client relationships.
• The ability to work independently while collaborating with other attorneys and staff.
• Base salary of $145,000–$275,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Commissions and year-end bonuses.
• Signing bonus for experienced candidates.
• Flexible scheduling, with remote arrangements considered as described above.
• Unlimited paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• CLE and professional development support.
• Employee referral program.

All applications and inquiries will be kept confidential.