Wage & Hour Plaintiff Attorney (5-10 Years Experience) DC

Are you an experienced wage and hour attorney who is passionate about advocating for employees and handling impactful class action litigation? Are you looking to join a highly respected plaintiffs’ litigation team known for taking on sophisticated employment matters while offering flexibility, collaboration, and meaningful career growth? If so, this opportunity may be an excellent fit. Scion Legal Staffing has been engaged to conduct a confidential search on behalf of a prominent and well-established plaintiffs’ litigation firm with a nationally recognized reputation in complex employment and class action litigation. This firm is known for its collaborative culture, high-impact work, and commitment to advancing employee rights through strategic and sophisticated advocacy. The organization offers attorneys the opportunity to work on significant wage and hour matters alongside highly accomplished litigators in a supportive hybrid environment with remote flexibility. Legal Opportunity Overview This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with 5 to 10 years of plaintiff-side employment litigation experience, particularly within wage and hour class actions. The attorney in this role will play a key part in litigating complex employment matters from inception through resolution, including class and representative actions involving wage and hour violations. The ideal candidate enjoys managing sophisticated litigation, collaborating on case strategy, and advocating on behalf of employees in high-stakes matters while working within a team-oriented environment that values initiative, excellence, and professional development. What You Will Do Handle complex wage and hour class action litigation matters from inception through resolution Draft and argue motions, including class certification, dispositive motions, and discovery-related motions Conduct depositions, manage written discovery, and oversee case development strategy Analyze payroll, timekeeping, and employment records to support litigation claims Collaborate with partners and litigation teams on strategy, investigations, and trial preparation Participate in mediations and settlement negotiations Prepare cases for trial and support trial proceedings as needed Maintain strong client communication and advocate effectively on behalf of employees Work collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-performing litigation environment What You Bring J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school Active D.C. Bar license in good standing 5 to 10 years of employment litigation experience with significant wage and hour class action exposure Experience handling plaintiff-side class action litigation matters Strong legal writing, research, analytical, and advocacy skills Ability to independently manage litigation responsibilities while collaborating effectively within a team Excellent organizational and case management skills Trial preparation and deposition experience preferred Compensation And Benefits Base Salary Range: $150,000 to $220,000, depending on experience and overall fit Hybrid work environment with remote flexibility Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) program and additional firm-sponsored benefits Paid time off and firm-recognized holidays Opportunity to work on high-profile, impactful litigation matters Collaborative culture with strong mentorship and long-term growth opportunities Equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equitable hiring practices and to creating inclusive, diverse, and unbiased recruitment processes. #J-18808-Ljbffr Scion Staffing