What are the responsibilities and job description for the Settlement Attorney position at Wilshire Law Firm?
Job Description
Job Description
Settlement Attorney
Wilshire Law Firm, is a distinguished, award-winning legal practice with over 15 years of experience, specializing in personal injury, employee rights, and consumer class action lawsuits. Committed to upholding the highest standards of excellence and justice, we are united in our dedication to achieving the best outcome for our clients. This position can be based in Sacramento, Oakland, Los Angeles (downtown), or Irvine.
The Opportunity
The Settlement Attorney is an integral part of Employment Class Action team and will bring a strong background in California employment law, with specific experience in handling PAGA (Private Attorneys General Act) cases and class action work. Additionally, the candidate should be able to handle cases with both wage / hour and FEHA (Fair Employment and Housing Act) components.
Finalize terms of class and PAGA settlements in Motions of Understanding (MOU).
- Convert MOUs into long-form settlement agreements, including negotiating and finalizing key final settlement terms with defense counsel.
- Assist attorneys in drafting motions for preliminary and final approval of class action settlements.
- Draft declarations in support of preliminary and final approval.
- Work with the settlement administrator in finalizing the settlement administration report.
- Assist in the drafting of settlement agreements.
- Communicate and coordinate with clients regarding settlements and needed information.
- Interact with third-party settlement administrators on carrying out the terms of the settlement agreement.
Key Responsibilities
Our Benefits :
Strive for Excellence. Fight for Justice. Foster Unity.
Wilshire Law Firm celebrates being an equal employment opportunity provider to all people in accordance with all applicable laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to assist individuals with disabilities during the application process and to facilitate their performance of essential job functions throughout their employment.
Join Wilshire Law Firm
Los Angeles, Irvine, Oakland, Sacramento
Salary : $130,000 - $210,000
