Prelitigation Attorney Labor and Employment

Job Description

Job Description

LOCATION: West LA (Hybrid)

• Possibility of remote role for the right fit

PAY RANGE: $130K - $175K (based on experience)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Review and Analyze Upside of Potential Actions

• Organize and maintain electronic personnel files and related documentation
• Review client intakes, personnel files, and policy documents to identify violations of the Labor Code
• Review arbitration agreements to determine potential for enforceability
• Summarize key facts and flag any gaps or inconsistencies in employment records
• Confirm the litigation history of previous matters against the employer-defendant(s)
• Conduct research and analysis on potential claims and recent caselaw
• Provide recommendations to the Head of the Department and Principal regarding whether to file an action and, if so, the strategic scope of the matter(s) and the identities of the defendants
• Liaise with clients, opposing counsel and government agencies, as necessary 

PAGA Notices and Complaint

• Draft, format, and finalize PAGA notices
• Draft, format and finalize wage-and-hour class action complaints
• Coordinate service of notices and track deadlines for governmental agencies

Team Collaboration & Supervision

• Coordinate with paralegals, legal assistants, the Head of the Department and the Principal to ensure accurate file management and deadline compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar.
• 1–4 years of relevant litigation experience in a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, PDF software, and legal research platforms.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously.