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Base pay range $160,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr
Company Description
At ChrisMatthew Group, we support a diverse group of companies under one umbrella, providing top-tier legal and compliance services that protect and empower employers. We’re seeking an experienced Employment Litigation Attorney to join our in-house legal team. If you’re driven, strategic, and ready to make a difference across a wide range of industries, we want to hear from you.
Role Description
Performance is not based on billable hours. Achievements are based on time to settlement and case value. This is a full-time, on-site role for a Labor and Employment Attorney located in Downey, CA. The role involves providing legal counsel on labor and employment matters, representing clients in employment litigation cases, drafting and reviewing legal documents, and conducting in-depth legal research. The attorney will be responsible for filing motions and outlining legal strategies while working closely with clients to address and resolve employment disputes. This role is ideal for an attorney who thrives in civil litigation and has the ability to lead their own caseload. The position is 80% litigation and 20% general counsel compliance, with exposure to single-plaintiff cases, PAGA claims, and class action defense. You’ll act as both a strategic legal partner and an active litigator, handling matters from intake to resolution.
Key Responsibilities
Consult with business units to prevent, navigate, and resolve complex employment law issues.
Manage and lead employment litigation matters including single-plaintiff, PAGA, and class action cases.
Conduct legal research and communicate risk and resolution strategies clearly to clients.
Draft, review, and file legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, and motions.
Represent clients in depositions, mediations, and court proceedings.
Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel while protecting business interests.
Advise on compliance matters such as wage and hour, leave laws, and workplace investigations.
Collaborate with internal departments and provide training or policy guidance when needed.
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Licensed to practice in California and in good standing.
4+ years of civil litigation experience, with an emphasis on employment law (defense-side preferred).
Experience with PAGA, class action, and single-plaintiff defense required.
Demonstrated ability to develop case strategies and handle matters independently.
Organized, punctual, detail-oriented, and proactive.
Spanish-speaking is a plus, but not required.
Proficiency in Labor and Employment Law and a solid understanding of general legal principles.
Experience in Employment Litigation, representing clients and managing cases from inception to resolution.
Strong skills in Research and the ability to critically evaluate legal information.
Proficiency in drafting legal documents such as Motions and other litigation-related filings.
Excellent communication, analytical, and negotiation skills.
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, collaborative, and client-focused environment.
A Juris Doctor (JD) degree and admission to the California Bar.
Previous experience in labor law litigation or related practice is a plus.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Legal
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This range is provided by ChrisMatthew Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $160,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr
Company Description
At ChrisMatthew Group, we support a diverse group of companies under one umbrella, providing top-tier legal and compliance services that protect and empower employers. We’re seeking an experienced Employment Litigation Attorney to join our in-house legal team. If you’re driven, strategic, and ready to make a difference across a wide range of industries, we want to hear from you.
Role Description
Performance is not based on billable hours. Achievements are based on time to settlement and case value. This is a full-time, on-site role for a Labor and Employment Attorney located in Downey, CA. The role involves providing legal counsel on labor and employment matters, representing clients in employment litigation cases, drafting and reviewing legal documents, and conducting in-depth legal research. The attorney will be responsible for filing motions and outlining legal strategies while working closely with clients to address and resolve employment disputes. This role is ideal for an attorney who thrives in civil litigation and has the ability to lead their own caseload. The position is 80% litigation and 20% general counsel compliance, with exposure to single-plaintiff cases, PAGA claims, and class action defense. You’ll act as both a strategic legal partner and an active litigator, handling matters from intake to resolution.
Key Responsibilities
Consult with business units to prevent, navigate, and resolve complex employment law issues.
Manage and lead employment litigation matters including single-plaintiff, PAGA, and class action cases.
Conduct legal research and communicate risk and resolution strategies clearly to clients.
Draft, review, and file legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, and motions.
Represent clients in depositions, mediations, and court proceedings.
Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel while protecting business interests.
Advise on compliance matters such as wage and hour, leave laws, and workplace investigations.
Collaborate with internal departments and provide training or policy guidance when needed.
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Licensed to practice in California and in good standing.
4+ years of civil litigation experience, with an emphasis on employment law (defense-side preferred).
Experience with PAGA, class action, and single-plaintiff defense required.
Demonstrated ability to develop case strategies and handle matters independently.
Organized, punctual, detail-oriented, and proactive.
Spanish-speaking is a plus, but not required.
Proficiency in Labor and Employment Law and a solid understanding of general legal principles.
Experience in Employment Litigation, representing clients and managing cases from inception to resolution.
Strong skills in Research and the ability to critically evaluate legal information.
Proficiency in drafting legal documents such as Motions and other litigation-related filings.
Excellent communication, analytical, and negotiation skills.
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, collaborative, and client-focused environment.
A Juris Doctor (JD) degree and admission to the California Bar.
Previous experience in labor law litigation or related practice is a plus.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Legal
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