Junior Plaintiff Employment Attorney

Plaintiff Employment Attorney for well established LA-area plaintiff firm This Jobot Consulting Job is hosted by: Sherwin Souzankari Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $40 - $50 per hour A bit about us: We're a growing plaintiff's employment law firm based out of LA county - and we're actively looking to add to our team Why join us? Great consultant benefits Remote work Early career experience Job Details We are seeking an experienced Pre-Litigation Plaintiffs Employment Attorney to join our team. This role primarily focuses on resolving employment disputes in the pre-litigation phase. The successful candidate will work closely with clients and opposing counsel to negotiate and achieve fair settlements before the need for formal litigation. This position requires an understanding of employment law, excellent negotiation skills, and a commitment to advocating for employee rights. Key Responsibilities: 1. Case Assessment and Evaluation: Review potential cases, assess strengths and weaknesses, and determine settlement viability to establish a resolution strategy aligned with the client's goals 2. Client Communication: Maintain open, regular communication with clients to ensure they are informed of case status, strategy, and settlement progress 3. Negotiation with Opposing Counsel: Act as the primary point of contact with opposing counsel to explore settlement opportunities, negotiate terms, and secure favorable outcomes 4. Drafting and Reviewing Agreements: Prepare, review, and finalize settlement agreements to protect clients interests and ensure enforceability 5. Legal Research: Conduct legal research to support settlement positions and effectively counter opposing counsels arguments 6. Documentation and Case Management: Maintain organized case files, document all negotiations and communications, and ensure compliance with ethical and legal standards 7. Collaboration with Team Members: Work closely with paralegals and other team members to prepare supporting documents, gather necessary evidence, and ensure thorough case preparation 8. Client Counseling on Settlement Offers: Guide clients on the benefits and drawbacks of settlement options, taking into account their legal rights and best interests Qualifications: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and member of CA state bar Proven experience in employment law, particularly in plaintiff-side representation Strong negotiation skills with a successful track record of pre-litigation settlements Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts to clients clearly High ethical standards, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple cases efficiently Ability to work collaboratively with clients, opposing counsel, and internal team members Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button.