What are the responsibilities and job description for the Class Action Employment Associate Attorney position at The Los Angeles County Bar Association - LACBA?
Lagasse Branch Bell Kinkead is a certified female-owned law firm dedicated to providing responsive, quality, and result-oriented services to our clients. Whether defending our clients in litigation or offering proactive advice designed to prevent litigation, we partner with our clients to help them achieve their goals. Our mission is simple : to provide comprehensive solutions for the legal needs of companies throughout California.Associate Attorney (Class Action)We are seeking an experienced litigation associate for the firm’s class action practice group to join our Los Angeles office. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in employment litigation, particularly in defending wage and hour class actions and PAGA. The candidate will handle class actions lawsuits throughout the life of the case with oversight and mentoring from partners. Duties include, but are not limited to, internal investigations, legal research, preparing discovery and taking / defending depositions, drafting motions and pleadings, and representing clients at court conferences, hearings, and trial. Must also have excellent writing and oral advocacy skills and significant experience in discovery and law and motion practice. Must also be a self-starter who possesses strong organizational skills, is able to work with multiple clients and attorneys, and is ready to hit the ground running. This flexible opportunity would allow the attorney to occasionally work from home; candidates must reside in the vicinity of the Los Angeles, California office location.ResponsibilitiesAnalyze client needs, identify solutions, and determine case strategiesArgue motions in court on behalf of clients during legal proceedingsAdvise clients by weighing available options toward a successful outcome and plan a course of actionConduct research and draft pleadings, briefs, and motionsCommunicate with partners, associates, paralegals, and clients to ensure cases are handled efficientlyQualifications & RequirementsCommunication, problem-solving, decision-making, interpersonal, and public speaking skills requiredJobseekers should be a member of their local bar associationWork independently while handling a heavy caseloadComputer skills working with iManage and Coyote Analytics preferred1850 billable hoursCompensation
- Junior Associate = $120K - $160K
- Mid-Level = $150K - $200K
- Senior Associate = $180K - $215K
- Senior Counsel = $180K - $215K
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Salary : $130,000 - $200,000
