Litigation Attorney (Employment) 2-5 Years' Experience (CA)

$110,000-$160,000 / yr. Base Pay + Up to $50,000 / yr. Bonus + Fully Paid Anthem Blue Cross Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance. Generous 401k matching. Paid time off.

• LOCATION :

Experienced attorneys may be permitted to work on-site or remotely. Less experienced attorneys will be required to work on-site for a period of one year.

• DESCRIPTION :

Burgeoning California employment and civil rights firm seeks a full-time associate to participate in ongoing litigation and trial preparation in the areas of employment law, whistleblowing, and civil rights.

Extensive experience (minimum 2 years) of California state civil litigation experience is an absolute requirement, with federal litigation experience being a major plus. The applicant will be expected to possess a high degree of competence and skill in the following areas : (1) project and calendar management; (2) discovery drafting and management; (3) law and motion practice (including motions for summary judgment and discovery motions); (4) evidence and document management; (5) legal research; (6) client management; and (7) trial preparation.

Impeccable judgment, maturity, and ability to self-manage assigned litigation / trial projects are absolute requirements. Ability to maintain an affable yet closely-coordinated professional relationship with colleagues is a must. The position is subject to a 1,750 annual billable hour minimum.

The firm is presently litigating a number of high-profile cases involving public corruption, and the applicant will gain first-hand experience with these matters through litigation and trial. The firm's primary focus is Fair Employment and Housing Act ("FEHA") and Labor Code § 1102.5 retaliation litigation.

We operate a friendly, professional, and no-nonsense working environment conducive to professional and personal growth. We are excellent to each other and to our clients every day.

The position is contemplated to provide ample opportunity for second-chair trial experience, if desired. We are an equal opportunity employer.

• ABOUT US :

Romero Law is an employment law civil litigation and trial firm located in Pasadena that specializes in representing whistleblowers and employees in harassment, retaliation, and discrimination matters. Lead trial counsel Alan Romero was named a Top 500 plaintiff's trial attorney nationally by LawDragon.com, was a finalist for the 2020 Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles Trial Lawyer of the Year, and was recognized with the CELA Torch Award for his leadership contributions to the California Employment Lawyers Association. Mr. Romero has also served as a staff instructor at the CAALA Plaintiff's Trial Academy and at the CELA Trial College. Romero Law is one of the fastest-growing labor and employment law firms in the United States, and has been the subject of recent international press coverage with respect to ongoing high-profile litigation.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $110,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits :
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute :

• Pasadena, CA 91101 (Required)

Ability to Relocate :

• Pasadena, CA 91101 : Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location : In person