Mid-Level Employment Litigation Associate Attorney - Am Law 200
direct counselDenver, CO
$210,000–$270,000 annuallyAPPLY NOW (opens in a new tab)
Mid-Level Employment Litigation Associate Attorney - Am Law 200
direct counselDenver, CO
8 days ago
$210,000–$270,000 annually
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Employment Litigation Associate Attorney Direct Counsel is seeking a Mid-Level Employment Litigation Associate Attorney with 3+ years of experience to join a leading national law firm and its established employment litigation practice. Locations Dallas, TX | Denver, CO | Las Vegas, NV | Louisville, KY | New Jersey | Phoenix, AZ | Sacramento, CA | San Diego, CA | San Francisco, CAPosition Overview This opportunity is ideal for an experienced employment litigator seeking significant responsibility on sophisticated matters for a diverse client base. The strongest candidates will have substantial experience with wage and hour litigation, particularly California wage-and-hour class and collective actions and Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) matters.
Responsibilities:
Manage employment litigation matters through all phases of litigation.
Handle California wage-and-hour class and collective actions and PAGA matters.
Draft and respond to pleadings and discovery.
Draft and argue dispositive and non-dispositive motions.
Take and defend depositions.
Develop case strategies and manage day-to-day litigation matters.
Conduct legal research and prepare high-quality written work product.
Communicate with clients and provide practical legal guidance.
Manage multiple sophisticated matters in a fast-paced environment.
Work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and legal professionals.
Qualifications:
3+ years of employment litigation experience.
Significant experience with wage and hour litigation required.
Experience with California wage-and-hour class and collective actions and PAGA matters strongly preferred.
Experience managing cases through all phases of litigation.
Strong experience with discovery, pleadings, motion practice, and depositions.
Excellent academic credentials.
Exceptional legal writing and analytical skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing deadlines.
Motivated self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively.
J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
Admission to the California Bar required.
Compensation:
The anticipated salary range for this position is $210,000–$270,000 annually, depending on experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and other job-related factors.
Benefits: The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off
- Paid parental leave 401(k) with profit sharing
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Employee assistance program
- Optional critical care, accident, hospital indemnity, dependent life, student loan refinancing, and pet insurance
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JOB OVERVIEW
Salary
$210,000–$270,000 annually
Experience level
Senior
Location
Denver, CO
Occupation
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Industry
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Posted
8 days ago
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