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Description CAREER OPPORTUNITY Associate Attorney (Litigation – Wage & Hour Class / PAGA Actions) A reputable, fast-growing law firm practicing employment law is seeking to fill a full-time Associate Litigation Attorney in its Los Angeles (Pasadena) office. We are looking for confident, energetic, and sharp attorneys who are quick on-their-feet thinkers, aggressive and fair litigators in adversarial litigations. Area of Practice: Exclusively labor and employment matters, on behalf of employees in California, with focus on wage and hour class/PAGA actions. Title : Associate Litigation Attorney (on-site preferred; may consider hybrid on-site/remote) Location : Los Angeles, CA (Pasadena) Hours : Full-Time Salary : $120,000-$180,000+ (Commensurate with Experience) License Requirements : Active California State Bar license required, with no disciplinary history. Experience : At least 1 year of in-court litigation and deposition-handling experience preferred, coupled with a working knowledge of law and motion briefing and argument. Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school. Experience in plaintiff or defense side employment law, wage & hour, and Class/PAGA actions is a plus. Duties and Responsibilities : • Handle wage and hour class/PAGA actions from inception through conclusion • Conduct legal research and analysis • Draft legal documents such as motions, pleadings, and briefs • Attend court hearings and trials • Assist in client meetings and consultations • Manage caseloads and ensure deadlines are met • Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex legal matters • Maintain a high level of professionalism and ethical standards Benefits : Full premium covered for full-time employees including health, dental and vision (50% of premium covered for eligible dependents), 3 weeks paid vacation, generous holiday schedule – extended Christmas closure, and 401K, among other perks. General Skills Required : Superior oral advocacy skills, experience, and confidence; great analytical and critical thinking skills; attention to detail; honesty; dependability; ability to follow instructions and/or work independently; very computer savvy. Computer Skills Preferred : Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Apple Operating System, Clio, other software. Language Skills : Fluent in English (spoken & written). Spanish is a plus.