Senior Employment Attorney - Plaintiff-Side Litigation

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Employment Attorney for plaintiff-side litigation in Los Angeles, CA. The successful candidate will manage a docket of employment law cases, lead courtroom strategies, and collaborate with a seasoned team to advocate for clients' rights.

Duties

• Manage employment law cases from inception through trial.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, discovery, motions, and trial briefs.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Appear in court to argue motions and advocate for clients.
• Engage with clients and help shape case strategy.
• Participate in mediations, arbitrations, and negotiations.
• Assist in trial preparation and serve as second chair where applicable.

Requirements

• Active CA Bar membership.
• 3+ years of plaintiff-side employment litigation experience.
• Deposition experience required; trial experience strongly preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage cases independently and mentor junior attorneys.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Active membership in the California State Bar.

Skills

• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong oral advocacy and courtroom presence.
• Ability to manage and strategize cases independently.
• Effective client engagement and communication skills.

Benefits

• Firm pays 100% of premiums for dental and vision.
• Firm pays 100% of all Silver-level medical plans.
• Firm contributes approximately 10% toward retirement (3% Safe Harbor + 7% Profit Sharing).
• $500 annual FSA contribution.
• Accrual of 80 hours of PTO plus 40 hours sick pay, plus your birthday off as a fully paid day.
• Firm covers bar dues and MCLE programs.
• Attorney Referral Program with generous bonuses.
• Firm-sponsored events for networking and team building.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10537 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 301
Century City
California
United States 90025
Phone : (310) 444 0000
Fax : (213) 895-7306