Description

Established and GROWIING defense firm is offering an exciting opportunity for an Employment Litigation Associate to be part of their team in Woodland Hills, California. This employment litigation associate requires a professional who can manage cases from inception through trial, and has an ability to work efficiently, both independently and as part of a team.

This employment litigation associate opportunity offers remote flexibility, 1800 billables, lucrative incentives and excellent benefits.

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee the management of cases from inception through trial, ensuring all steps are properly executed and documented.

• Conduct legal research and participate in depositions to gather pertinent information for cases.

• Attend hearings and arbitration, representing clients and arguing their cases effectively.

• Utilize case management software to organize and track case progress.

• Handle a case load of 20-40 cases, most of which will likely settle before trial.

• Engage in briefings and civil litigation processes, demonstrating an understanding and application of employment law.

• Represent employers and some plaintiffs, including private clients and corporations.

• Handle heavy insurance defense cases including slip and falls, grocery store chains, premise liability.

• Manage medical records and bodily injury cases, ensuring all relevant information is accurately recorded and presented.

• Work in a cloud-based environment with the ability to work from home when necessary.

• Use case management software, briefing, civil litigation, employment law, depositions, and litigation attorney skills to ensure successful case outcomes.

To apply submit resumes only to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove RobertHalf. < com >

#SoCalRHL

Requirements

• Must hold a valid license to practice law in the state of California

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a law firm

• Proficient in using Case Management Software

• Expertise in Employment Law

• Demonstrable experience in handling depositions

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Must possess a high degree of professional ethics and integrity

• Excellent negotiation skills

• Ability to build rapport with clients

• Strong understanding of federal, state and local laws

To apply submit resumes only to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove RobertHalf. < com >

#SoCalRHL

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