Associate Attorney - Wage & Hour Class Action (Irvine)

Job Description Job Description Associate Attorney - Wage & Hour Class Action
Wilshire Law Firm is a distinguished, award-winning legal practice with over 18 years of experience, specializing in Personal Injury, Employee Rights, and Consumer Class Action lawsuits. We are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of Excellence and Justice and are united in our commitment to achieve the best outcome for our clients.

You will work side by side on a team of dynamic, collaborative, and client-focused professionals who are committed to delivering on our founding core values: Excellence, Teamwork, and Integrity.

The Opportunity

As an Associate Attorney in our Employment Class Action Department you will fight for our clients and win in worker rights violation cases against large corporations represented by big law firms. Associate Attorneys are expected to take significant responsibility in litigating their own docket of cases while at the same time honing their skills through mentorship by our award-winning attorneys.

Accountable for

• Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Develop strategies to litigate wage and hour matters in state and federal courts.
• Take responsibility in being part of a litigation team representing clients in depositions, motion hearings, and mediations.
• Develop persuasive research, writing, and oral advocacy skills while being mentored by more senior attorneys.

• Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar.
• Superior analytical and legal research skills.
• Excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate persuasively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise common sense in complex situations.
• Adaptable and meticulous attention to detail.

• Compensation range based on experience: $140,000 - $275,000 plus performance based incentives

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunitiesfor growth and advancement
• Team outingsand sponsored events
• Employee referral bonus program
• Firm-paid Medical HMO with affordable upgrades
• Low-cost Dental and Vision plans
• Firm-paidLife and AD&D insurance
• 401k
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
• EAP(Employee Assistance Program)
• Pet Insurance