Associate Attorney
cybercodersPleasanton, CA
About the role
A well-established Northern California law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its growing practice representing employers in a wide range of employment law matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney who enjoys litigation, client interaction, and working alongside experienced employment defense attorneys.
About the Opportunity:
The firm represents businesses of all sizes in employment and business-related litigation matters. Attorneys work closely with clients, insurance carriers, and colleagues on sophisticated employment disputes within a collaborative team environment. The practice includes defense of claims involving: Employment discrimination HarassmentRetaliationWrongful termination Wage and hour disputes Employee classification issues Other workplace-related litigation matters
Responsibilities:
- Manage employment litigation matters from inception through resolution
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda
- Conduct legal research and analysis
- Take and defend depositions
- Attend court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences
- Communicate directly with clients and insurance carriers
- Assist with trial preparation and strategy development
- Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to achieve favorable outcomes
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
- Active membership in the California State Bar 2+ years of litigation experience preferred
- Employment litigation experience strongly preferred
- Excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills
- Strong organizational and case management abilities
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment
- Outstanding interpersonal and client communication skills
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive medical benefits
- Paid time off and firm holidays 401(k) retirement program
- Ongoing mentorship and professional development opportunities
- Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Established and respected employment litigation practice
- Meaningful litigation experience and client exposure
- Collaborative and supportive team culture
- Opportunity for long-term professional growth
- Diverse and sophisticated employment law matters
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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Senior
Location
Pleasanton, CA
Occupation
Lawyers
Industry
Offices of Lawyers
Posted
6 days ago
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