Associate Attorney - Employment Law

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney specializing in Employment Law in Palm Desert, California. This full-time, onsite position requires a dedicated professional to manage various aspects of employment law cases, from initiation to resolution, while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations.

Duties

• Initiate, evaluate, and strategize new cases.
• Assist in ongoing cases, including prelitigation and litigation.
• Perform all phases of discovery, motion practice, ADR, and trial preparation.
• Engage in extensive client communications and counseling.
• Conduct mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Represent clients in administrative proceedings and litigation.
• Conduct legal research and draft motions, pleadings, and discovery responses.
• Attend hearings, depositions, and client meetings.
• Support Workplace Solutions matters, including drafting handbooks and policies.
• Assist with workplace investigations and fact-finding.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment laws.
• Research and write with accuracy and advocacy.
• Help train and mentor team members.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD).
• Active and in good standing with the California State Bar.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in civil litigation, employment law preferred.
• Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Superior written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Keen attention to detail and ability to manage a fast-paced workload.
• Team-oriented mindset and personal accountability.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines independently.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality legal work and client service.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with wage and hour claims, PAGA actions, or workplace investigations.
• Familiarity with California employment law and litigation procedures.
• Spanish language proficiency is a plus.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD).

Certifications

• Active membership with the California State Bar.

Skills

• Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage a fast-paced workload.
• Team-oriented mindset and personal accountability.

Benefits

• Waiting period may apply.
• Subject to change without notice.

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