Benefits:

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Associate Attorney – Plaintiffs’ Employment & Class Action Litigation

Location: California (In-Person) Experience: 0–3 years Compensation: $120,000–$180,000 base salary (DOE) + graduated equity participation

About the Firm

We are a high-level plaintiffs’ litigation firm that represents individuals and classes in sexual harassment, FEHA, employment, and high-stakes class action litigation. Our practice is trial-focused, results-driven, and built on taking on difficult cases against well-funded sophisticated defendants. We do not run a volume practice. We litigate aggressively, strategically, and with the expectation that our cases may go to trial.

This is not a lifestyle firm. It is a firm where talented lawyers develop quickly, gain real responsibility early, and are rewarded for their contributions.

The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Associate Attorney (0–3 years experience) to join our litigation team. This role is ideal for someone who wants meaningful responsibility, hands-on experience, and long-term growth in plaintiffs’ litigation.

The workload ebbs and flows. There will be periods that demand significant time and focus – especially during heavy motions and as cases approach trial – and other periods that are more balanced. We are upfront about this because excellence in high-stakes litigation requires commitment.

Responsibilities

Depending on experience, responsibilities will include:

Drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery in FEHA, sexual harassment, and class action matters

Taking and defending depositions (with mentorship and increasing independence)

Participating in mediations, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation

Client communication and case strategy development

Legal research and briefing on complex and novel issues

Working closely with partners on case development and trial strategy

Associates are not siloed. You will see the full lifecycle of cases.

What We’re Looking For

0–3 years of litigation experience (plaintiffs’ experience preferred but not required)

Strong legal writing and analytical skills

Self-starter with excellent judgment and attention to detail

Dedicated, hard-working, and not afraid of the time commitment that serious litigation sometimes requires

Comfortable taking ownership of work and learning quickly

Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism with clients and opposing counsel

California Bar admission (or pending)

We value grit, accountability, and intellectual honesty over pedigree alone.

Compensation & Growth

Base Salary: $120,000–$180,000 (depending on experience)

Graduated equity participation tied to cases and performance

Clear pathway for increased responsibility, compensation growth, and long-term advancement

Opportunity to build a career in elite plaintiffs’ litigation, including trial experience

Why This Role

Real responsibility early in your career

Exposure to high-impact cases that matter

Mentorship from experienced trial lawyers

A firm culture that rewards performance, loyalty, and results

How to Apply

Please submit:

Resume

Writing sample (motion or brief preferred)

Brief cover letter explaining your interest in plaintiffs’ litigation