Senior Litigation Associate Attorney

Responsibilities

• Lead and independently manage a sophisticated docket of employment litigation matters through all phases
• Serve as first chair or co-chair in bench and jury trials, arbitrations, and administrative hearings
• Take and defend complex depositions, including C-suite executives and expert witnesses
• Argue dispositive motions, including motions for summary judgment, before state and federal courts
• Develop comprehensive case strategy and litigation plans in partnership with clients
• Oversee and supervise junior associates and paralegals
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing strategic counsel
• Conduct and oversee legal research on complex employment law issues
• Draft, review, and refine high-stakes pleadings, briefs, and written discovery
• Participate in mediations, settlement negotiations, and pre-trial conferences
• Assist in business development initiatives and monitor legislative developments

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active membership in the California State Bar in good standing
• 5–10 years of employment litigation experience in a law firm or government agency
• Demonstrated first or second chair trial, arbitration, or administrative hearing experience
• Extensive deposition experience
• Strong command of California employment law (FEHA, PAGA, Labor Code) and federal law
• Proven experience with motion practice in state and federal court
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to independently manage a high-volume, complex caseload
• Strong leadership and team-building skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience litigating wage and hour class actions or PAGA representative actions
• Background in both plaintiff-side and defense-side employment litigation
• Familiarity with e-discovery platforms and litigation management software
• Admission to practice before the U.S. District Courts in California

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement plan
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing legal education (CLE)

About the Company

Abramson Labor Group is dedicated to defending employee rights throughout California. Headquartered in Burbank, the firm focuses on protecting employees in workplace disputes against small businesses and corporate giants alike.