Partnership and Referral Attorney – Referral Department

At Abramson Labor Group, we're not just committed to defending employee rights—we're passionate about it. Whether you're up against a small business or a corporate giant, our highly skilled team of attorneys and legal professionals are ready to fight for you. Headquartered in vibrant Burbank, California, we focus on exclusively protecting employees throughout the entire state of beautiful California. Our dedicated attorneys, paralegals and legal assistants work tirelessly to secure the justice you deserve in all workplace disputes. We pride ourselves on delivering top-notch solutions with integrity, efficiency, and professionalism. Choose Abramson Labor Group and let us champion your cause with unwavering dedication.

About Us

At Abramson Labor Group, we are committed to advancing workplace justice and advocating for employees across California. Our team thrives on collaboration, advocacy, and excellence. As we continue to expand our partnerships with leading law firms, we are seeking a highly motivated Attorney to join our Referral Department. This is a unique opportunity for a newly barred attorney to build a career in client advocacy and strategic legal partnerships.

Role Overview

The Partnership and Referral Attorney in the Referral Department will serve as a key liaison between our firm and partner law firms. This role goes beyond traditional legal practice and requires strong interpersonal skills, business acumen, and the ability to assess and communicate the strength of potential cases. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining and expanding referral relationships, ensuring that clients are connected to the right resources, and representing ALG with professionalism and credibility.

In addition, this position will collaborate closely with the Director of Partner Relations and provide executive support, ensuring alignment on partnership strategies and supporting firm-wide initiatives at the leadership level.

What You’ll Do

Relationship Management

• Build, develop, and maintain high-level relationships with partner law firms and referral sources.
• Serve as a point of contact for new and existing partner firms, ensuring ongoing collaboration and trust.
• Represent ALG at networking events, legal industry functions, and partner meetings.

Case Evaluation & Referral Strategy

• Review and assess the merits of incoming cases to determine appropriate referral strategies.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure cases are properly documented before referral.
• Communicate case details effectively to referral partners, ensuring alignment on expectations.

Partnership Development

• Identify opportunities to expand ALG’s referral network and strengthen strategic partnerships.
• Work with leadership to negotiate referral terms and track performance of referral arrangements.
• Develop and implement strategies to increase referral volume and quality.

Collaboration & Reporting

• Partner with intake, litigation, and administrative teams to ensure smooth hand-offs of cases.
• Collaborate with the Director of Partner Relations and executive support staff to drive efficiency, share insights, and strengthen organizational impact.
• Track referral activity, maintain updated records, and provide regular reports to leadership.
• Contribute ideas for improving referral processes and relationship-management strategies.

Education & Licensing

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active member of the California State Bar (newly barred attorneys encouraged to apply).

Skills & Experience

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build rapport at all levels.
• Understanding of case types in employment law (wrongful termination, harassment, discrimination, wage & hour, etc.).
• Ability to evaluate case potential and articulate findings clearly to legal partners.
• Interest in business development and relationship management in a legal environment.
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple partnerships and deadlines.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive annual base salary: $120,000 – $140,000
• Discretionary performance bonuses
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Flexible PTO, including unlimited PTO for eligible employees
• Career advancement opportunities in a purpose-driven law firm
• A culture rooted in advocacy, integrity, and excellence

What We Offer:

Our law firm offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance coverage. We also provide eligible employees with flexible time off plans including paid Parental leave, Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO), and paid holidays.

Department

Partnership and Referral Attorney

Employment Type

Full Time

Location

Burbank, CA

Workplace type

On-site and Hybrid

Compensation

$120,000 – $140,000