Ascendion
Single Plaintiff Employment Litigation Associate Attorney
Ascendion, Riverside, California, United States, 92504
Single Plaintiff Employment Litigation Associate Attorney
Single Plaintiff Employment Litigation Associate Attorney
2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by Ascendion. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$130,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Ascendion Our established California law firm has been serving clients for over 40 years with a team of 200+ attorneys across ten offices statewide. We are recognized as one of California's leading full-service law firms, known for high-quality legal work and practical management solutions. Our diverse practice serves both public and private sector clients with particular strength in employment law, labor relations, and business litigation. We are ranked in the AM Law 200 list, but maintain a smaller more personal feeling culture. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join our employment defense litigation practice in our Marin office. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex single plaintiff employment matters while developing expertise in a collaborative, supportive environment. Key Responsibilities Litigation Management: Defend single plaintiff harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination claims, charges, and lawsuits in state and federal court Handle complaints and charges before the CRD, EEOC, and California Labor Commissioner Provide general employment-related advice and counsel to clients Case Development & Discovery: Prepare and respond to discovery requests with strategic focus Conduct and defend depositions effectively Manage proactive case handling and oversight Prepare comprehensive case evaluations for clients Motion Practice & Court Appearances: Draft and respond to dispositive motions Handle motions to compel arbitration Manage discovery-related motions and disputes Attend court hearings, status conferences, and argue motions Prepare for and attend mediations Handle arbitration proceedings Trial experience preferred Required Qualifications Bar Admission:
Active membership in the State Bar of California Experience:
3+ years of employment defense litigation experience Skills:
Excellent legal research and writing abilities Litigation Experience:
Demonstrated experience with all phases of employment litigation Communication:
Strong oral advocacy and client counseling skills What We Offer The annual salary for this position is between $130,000 - $180,000 annually, plus bonus. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Collaborative work environment Opportunity to work with diverse clientele Support for continued legal education Seniority level
Seniority level Associate Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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Riverside, CA $120,000.00-$170,000.00 1 week ago Riverside County, CA $105,000.00-$185,000.00 3 weeks ago Riverside, CA $105,000.00-$140,000.00 3 weeks ago Civil Litigation Attorney-Associate, Sr Counsel and Non-Equity Partner
Redlands, CA $124,800.00-$187,200.00 3 days ago Riverside, CA $248,500.00-$272,000.00 1 week ago Associate Attorney (Civil Litigation Defense) - Remote
Riverside, CA $150,000.00-$175,000.00 1 month ago Riverside, CA $100,000.00-$185,000.00 9 months ago San Bernardino, CA $40.00-$45.00 1 day ago Riverside, CA $135,000.00-$160,000.00 2 days ago Riverside, CA $152,000.00-$275,000.00 2 weeks ago Vice President for Legal Affairs & General Counsel
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Single Plaintiff Employment Litigation Associate Attorney
2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by Ascendion. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$130,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Ascendion Our established California law firm has been serving clients for over 40 years with a team of 200+ attorneys across ten offices statewide. We are recognized as one of California's leading full-service law firms, known for high-quality legal work and practical management solutions. Our diverse practice serves both public and private sector clients with particular strength in employment law, labor relations, and business litigation. We are ranked in the AM Law 200 list, but maintain a smaller more personal feeling culture. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join our employment defense litigation practice in our Marin office. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex single plaintiff employment matters while developing expertise in a collaborative, supportive environment. Key Responsibilities Litigation Management: Defend single plaintiff harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination claims, charges, and lawsuits in state and federal court Handle complaints and charges before the CRD, EEOC, and California Labor Commissioner Provide general employment-related advice and counsel to clients Case Development & Discovery: Prepare and respond to discovery requests with strategic focus Conduct and defend depositions effectively Manage proactive case handling and oversight Prepare comprehensive case evaluations for clients Motion Practice & Court Appearances: Draft and respond to dispositive motions Handle motions to compel arbitration Manage discovery-related motions and disputes Attend court hearings, status conferences, and argue motions Prepare for and attend mediations Handle arbitration proceedings Trial experience preferred Required Qualifications Bar Admission:
Active membership in the State Bar of California Experience:
3+ years of employment defense litigation experience Skills:
Excellent legal research and writing abilities Litigation Experience:
Demonstrated experience with all phases of employment litigation Communication:
Strong oral advocacy and client counseling skills What We Offer The annual salary for this position is between $130,000 - $180,000 annually, plus bonus. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Collaborative work environment Opportunity to work with diverse clientele Support for continued legal education Seniority level
Seniority level Associate Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Legal Industries Legal Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Ascendion by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Attorney” roles.
Riverside, CA $120,000.00-$170,000.00 1 week ago Riverside County, CA $105,000.00-$185,000.00 3 weeks ago Riverside, CA $105,000.00-$140,000.00 3 weeks ago Civil Litigation Attorney-Associate, Sr Counsel and Non-Equity Partner
Redlands, CA $124,800.00-$187,200.00 3 days ago Riverside, CA $248,500.00-$272,000.00 1 week ago Associate Attorney (Civil Litigation Defense) - Remote
Riverside, CA $150,000.00-$175,000.00 1 month ago Riverside, CA $100,000.00-$185,000.00 9 months ago San Bernardino, CA $40.00-$45.00 1 day ago Riverside, CA $135,000.00-$160,000.00 2 days ago Riverside, CA $152,000.00-$275,000.00 2 weeks ago Vice President for Legal Affairs & General Counsel
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