Associate Attorney – Employment Litigation Defense

San Diego, CA | Hybrid | 2+ Years

A well-established law firm is looking to add an Employment Litigation Associate to its San Diego team.

This is a good opportunity for an attorney who wants meaningful hands-on litigation experience and the chance to take on increasing responsibility across a range of employment defense matters.

What You'll Do

• Handle employment litigation matters from initial case assessment through resolution

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other litigation documents

• Conduct legal research and assist with case strategy

• Manage written discovery and case preparation

• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and other proceedings

• Work on wage & hour, PAGA, single-plaintiff, and class action matters

• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties

• Manage multiple matters and meet deadlines and billable expectations

What We're Looking For

• J.D. from an accredited law school

• Active California Bar membership and in good standing

• 2+ years of employment litigation experience

• Experience with wage & hour litigation

• PAGA, class action, and/or single-plaintiff experience strongly preferred

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills

• Ability to manage matters independently while working effectively with a team

Position Details

Location: San Diego, CA
Schedule: Hybrid
Experience: 2+ years
Practice: Employment Litigation Defense

If you're an employment defense attorney looking for a role where you can continue building your litigation practice and take on substantive work, I'd be happy to have a confidential conversation.

For confidential consideration:
Zach Zink

zach.zink@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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