Employment Defense Litigation Associate Attorney

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A law firm based in San Francisco, CA, is seeking an Employment Defense Litigation Associate Attorney with 3+ years of experience on either the defense or plaintiff's side. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in employment litigation, including discrimination, harassment, wage & hour, and employment contract cases.

Job Overview:

The Employment Defense Litigation Associate Attorney will be responsible for handling a variety of employment litigation matters, providing advice and counsel on workplace law issues, and developing strategies for defending clients in employment-related disputes. This role requires excellent oral and written communication skills, familiarity with federal and state employment statutes, and the ability to work independently.

Duties:

• Handle employment litigation matters, including discrimination, harassment, wage & hour, and employment contract cases
• Develop litigation strategy and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents
• Take and defend depositions
• Argue motions in court
• Provide advice and counsel on workplace law issues, including employee relations, mitigation of risk, ADA and other workplace accommodations, employment agreements, reductions-in-force, and employment-related policies
• Conduct legal research and analysis
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and the court
• Manage and prioritize workload effectively

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in employment litigation
• Admitted to the California Bar
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited Law School
• Law Review and/or Moot Court experience preferred
• Strong academic credentials
• Familiarity with federal and state employment statutes
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Education:

Juris doctorate from an ABA-accredited Law School

Certifications:

Admission to the California Bar

Skills:

• Strong analytical and research skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects effectively
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Familiarity with federal and state employment statutes
• Experience developing litigation strategy and drafting legal documents

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1750 Montgomery St Fl 1
San Francisco
California
United States 94111
Phone : (415) 464 6897
Fax : (213) 895-7306