D Law

California employment law firm defending workers

Associate Attorney - Class/PAGA Settlement Approval

Legal Counsel & Legal SupportConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timePasadena, CA, USA$110k - $150k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

An active California State Bar license with no disciplinary history is required.
At least one year of experience handling Class/PAGA action settlement approval briefing and argument is strongly preferred.
Experience in plaintiff- or defense-side employment law, wage-and-hour matters, and Class/PAGA actions is a plus.
Superior oral advocacy skills, experience, and confidence are required.
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills are required.
Attention to detail, honesty, and dependability are required.
Ability to follow instructions and work independently is required.
Strong computer skills are required.
Fluency in spoken and written English is required.

Responsibilities

Draft legal documents, including motions, briefs, pleadings, and motions for preliminary and final approval of class/PAGA action settlements.
Attend hearings and argue motions in court or arbitration.
Conduct legal research and analysis.
Assist in client meetings.
Manage caseloads and ensure deadlines are met.
Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex legal matters.
Maintain professional and ethical standards.

Desired Qualifications

Spanish language skills are a plus.
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is preferred.
Experience with Adobe Acrobat and Apple operating systems is preferred.
Experience with Clio or other software is preferred.

Description

CAREER OPPORTUNITYASSOCIATE ATTORNEY (CLASS/PAGA SETTLEMENT APPROVAL)

A reputable, fast-growing law firm practicing employment law is seeking to fill a full-time Associate Attorney. We are looking for confident, energetic, and sharp attorneys who are quick-on-their-feet thinkers, and aggressive creative litigators for adversarial, fast-paced litigation.

Area of Practice: Exclusively labor and employment matters, on behalf of employees in California, with focus on wage and hour class/PAGA actions and single-plaintiff employment lawsuits.

Title: Associate Attorney (Class/PAGA Settlement Approval)

Location: Pasadena, CA (on-site preferred; may consider hybrid or remote)

Hours: Full-Time. We do not require any minimum billable hours.

Salary: $110,000-$150,000+ (Commensurate with Experience)

License Requirements: Active California State Bar license required, with no disciplinary history.

Experience: At least 1 year of experience handling Class/PAGA action settlement approval briefing and argument strongly preferred. Experience in plaintiff or defense side employment law, wage & hour, and Class/PAGA actions is a plus.

Duties and Responsibilities:· Draft legal documents such as motions, briefs, and pleadings, including but not limited to motions for preliminary and final approval of class/PAGA action settlements· Attend hearings and argue motions in court/arbitration· Conduct legal research and analysis · Assist in client meetings · Manage caseloads and ensure deadlines are met · Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex legal matters · Maintain a high level of professionalism and ethical standards

Benefits: Full premium covered for full-time employees including health, dental and vision (50% of premium covered for eligible dependents), 3 weeks paid vacation, generous holiday schedule – extended Christmas closure, and 401K, among other perks.

General Skills Required: Superior oral advocacy skills, experience, and confidence; great analytical and critical thinking skills; attention to detail; honesty; dependability; ability to follow instructions and/or work independently; very computer savvy.

Computer Skills Preferred: · Microsoft Word/ Excel/Outlook· Adobe Acrobat/Apple Operating System· Clio/Other software’s

Language Skills: Fluent in English (spoken & written). Spanish is a plus.

About the Company

D Law

California employment law firm defending workers

D.Law is an employment law practice in California that represents workers in issues like wrongful termination, pay and overtime disputes, discrimination, harassment, workplace retaliation, and leaves of absence. The firm guides clients through complex labor matters with clear strategies, ongoing support, and a people-first approach to build trust and lasting relationships. What sets them apart is their strong community focus, ethical culture, and a platform-like vision that gives students and early-career individuals practical experience and a pathway to understanding what to expect from future employers. Their main goal is to secure justice and fairness for workers across California, while reimagining how an employment law firm operates and inspiring similar models in other firms.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Glendale, CA
Founded: 2015

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