Senior Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Attorney

Senior Attorney - Employment & Class Action Litigation (Wage & Hour)

We are a leading plaintiff-side law firm focused on complex employment, personal injury, and class action matters, known for delivering strong results in high-stakes litigation. Our team combines deep trial experience with a client-first approach, advocating aggresively on behalf of individuals against large employers and institutions. We leverage data, strategy, and litigation expertise to maximize recovery while guiding clients through every step with clarity and support.

Position Overview
We are seeking a seasoned Senior Attorney to lead complex labor and employment matters, with an emphasis on class action and PAGA litigation. The Senior Attorney will drive case strategy, manage litigation from intake through trial and appeal, supervise junior attorneys and support staff, and provide high-level client counseling on wage & hour and broader employment law issues. The role requires deep substantive knowledge of L&E law, strong courtroom experience, and proven success in handling multi-plaintiff and representative actions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of litigation strategy for class actions, representative actions (including PAGA), and high-stakes individual employment matters.
• Manage all phases of litigation: intake, investigation, pleadings, discovery, dispositive motions, settlement negotiations, trial, and appeals.
• Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, briefs, declarations, and settlement documents with high-quality legal writing.
• Supervise, mentor, and review work of associates, paralegals, and legal support staff; provide training on litigation techniques and substantive L&E topics.
• Coordinate and manage discovery, including written discovery, depositions, expert discovery, and electronic discovery protocols.
• Advise clients on wage & hour compliance, classification, policies, and risk mitigation; counsel management on employment practices and remedial measures.
• Conduct legal research on complex wage, hour, and labor issues and integrate evolving statutory and case law (including PAGA) into litigation strategy.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, opposing counsel, mediators, and experts; lead settlement discussions and mediation sessions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on case budgeting, staffing, and resource allocation to meet client and firm objectives.
• Represent clients in court hearings, trials, and appellate matters; present oral argument and examine witnesses effectively.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and admission to practice in California.
• Minimum of 5+ years of litigation experience, with substantial emphasis on labor & employment law and wage & hour matters.
• Demonstrated experience handling Employment Class Action lawsuits, including PAGA matters.
• Proven trial and courtroom experience with a track record of favorable outcomes in complex employment litigation.
• Deep substantive knowledge of wage & hour law, employment statutes, and labor law principles (L&E), including hands-on experience with wages, overtime, meal and rest break rules, and misclassification claims.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills; experience drafting dispositive motions and appellate briefs.
• Experience supervising and mentoring junior attorneys and support staff, and managing large litigation teams.
• Excellent client-facing skills, including client counseling, negotiation, and strategic problem solving.
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority matters, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with electronic discovery tools and litigation practice management software; commitment to professional development and staying current on evolving L&E law.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation: $180k to 280k (DOE) + performance-based bonuses!
• Generous bonus structure
• Company-paid health benefits (Medical HMO w/ affordable upgrades)
• Low-cost Dental and Vision plans
• PTO and paid holidays
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Team outings and sponsored events
• Referral bonus program
• Company-paid Life and AD&D insurance
• 401k
• FSA
• EAP
• Pet Insurance
• ...and more!

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. CyberCoders will consider for Employment in the City of Los Angeles qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance.This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 05/11/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter .  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at  View email address on ziprecruiter.com to make arrangements.

Salary

$180000 - $280000 USD per year