Employment Law Senior Attorney (Fully remote within California)

Job Description

Job Description

Salary range: $230k - $300k

Location: California

Remote work policy: Must be California-based

About this role

As the Employment Law Department continues to grow, Michael Sullivan & Associates is seeking an Employment Law Senior Attorney with 8+ years of experience in the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA).  

What will you be doing?

1. PAGA Litigation:

• Manage and oversee PAGA claims, including class action-style lawsuits, ensuring strategic development, legal filings, and representation in settlement negotiations or trial.

• Develop and execute legal strategies tailored to PAGA claims, balancing risk, settlement potential, and litigation costs.

• Monitor and manage the discovery process, working with teams to gather evidence, deposing key witnesses, and preparing for hearings or trials.

2. Client Advisory & Compliance:

• Provide counsel on compliance with California labor laws, conduct audits, and advise clients on best practices to mitigate PAGA risks and prevent future claims.

• Assist clients in developing and implementing policies related to wage and hour issues, employee classification, and meal/rest break compliance.

• Evaluate and advise on the impact of new legislation or case law affecting PAGA claims, ensuring clients stay ahead of regulatory changes.

3. Client Relationship & Business Development:

• Foster and expand client relationships, offer ongoing legal support, and identify opportunities for business development within the PAGA practice area.

• Develop and deliver presentations, workshops, or training on PAGA compliance and litigation to current and prospective clients.

• Cultivate new client leads through networking, industry events, and leveraging the firm’s reputation in employment law.

4. Team Supervision & Mentorship:

• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and staff, ensuring high-quality work and providing guidance on PAGA-related legal matters.

• Review and approve legal work, including motions, pleadings, and discovery responses, to ensure compliance and quality.

• Foster a collaborative work environment, encouraging professional growth and ensuring that team members stay up-to-date with PAGA developments and strategies.

Skills & Experience

• 8+ years of experience

• Experience in Employment Law compliance document & wage/hour audits

• Must have a well-established and exclusive employment litigation, defense background

• Trial experience preferred, but not required

• Experience with public entity defense a plus

• Must have significant PAGA/Class/Compliance expertise

• Bachelor’s and Juris Doctor degrees

• Member, State Bar of California in good standing

• Superior research, analytical, and negotiating ability

• Excellent written and oral communication

• Commitment to proactive case management