Single Plaintiff Employment Litigation Associate Attorney

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Job Overview:
A law firm is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney with a strong background in single plaintiff employment litigation. The ideal candidate will have 3-7 years of experience defending harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination claims, as well as handling matters before state and federal courts. This position provides the opportunity to work on high-profile cases and engage in all stages of litigation, from discovery to trial.

Location:

• San Diego, CA

Duties:

• Defend single plaintiff harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination claims in state and federal court.
• Handle complaints and charges before the CRD, EEOC, and California Labor Commissioner.
• Provide general employment-related advice and counsel.
• Prepare and respond to discovery requests.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Manage law and motion work, including preparing and responding to dispositive motions, moving to compel arbitration, and addressing discovery-related motions.
• Prepare case evaluations for clients.
• Proactively manage cases, ensuring deadlines and strategies are met.
• Prepare for and attend mediations, including drafting mediation briefs.
• Attend court hearings and status conferences, and argue dispositive motions.
• Gain experience in arbitration and trial settings.

Requirements:

• 3-7 years of experience in employment litigation.
• Strong background in defending single plaintiff harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination claims.
• Experience representing clients before the CRD, EEOC, and/or California Labor Commissioner.
• Proficient in preparing and responding to discovery requests and motions.
• Skilled in depositions, mediations, and courtroom hearings.
• Arbitration and trial experience is a plus.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to handle cases proactively and independently.

Education:

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admitted to practice law in the State of California.

Skills:

• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to effectively manage a caseload and work independently.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for interacting with clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing legal education.
• Work-life balance initiatives.

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