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Litigation Associate (PAGA)

$160k - $180k

Swoon

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$160,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

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An established litigation firm is seeking a highly motivated Employment Law Associate to join their growing West Coast team . This hybrid role is perfect for an attorney who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and brings strong experience in Wage & Hour Class Actions and Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) cases.

What You'll Do

  • Manage complex employment litigation matters independently
  • Assist with wage & hour class action and PAGA strategy, discovery, motion work, and mediations
  • Analyze wage & hour data and prepare detailed legal documents
  • Collaborate with senior attorneys and communicate directly with clients
  • Handle all aspects of litigation from start to finish

What We're Looking For

  • 4–8 years of employment litigation experience (including 2+ years with wage & hour class action/PAGA)
  • Licensed to practice in California
  • Strong legal writing, research, and interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented and team-minded
  • Hybrid role based in San Diego, CA
  • In-office at least 2 days/week (Wednesdays + Tuesday/Thursday)
  • We will also consider candidates in Orange County and Los Angeles who are willing to travel to downtown San Diego on an as-needed basis.
  • Salary range: $160K–$180K , based on experience (4–8 years)

Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Full-time

Job function

  • Job function

    Legal
  • Industries

    Law Practice

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