Wage and Hour Class Action Attorney

We are looking to hire an associate attorney to join our plaintiff-side wage and hour class action law firm. We are open to candidates or can start in January 2026 or sooner.

The ideal candidate is someone who is looking to be part of a team, wants to run their own cases, and generally develop their skills and practice.

At least 2+ years of experience in this industry is required, including appearing in court, drafting pleadings and motions and handling discovery. Class action and/or labor and employment litigation experience is also required. The ability to investigate and work up claims is important.

The Position

Our attorneys have no billable hour requirement, paid vacation, hybrid work environment (typically 2 days per week from home), and are supported on every case with a paralegal, legal assistant and a partner. We work efficiently, practically, and as a team to achieve success for our clients.

The Firm

We take pride in our jobs and also value time spent outside of work with family and friends. We do our best to work efficiently, avoid unnecessary friction and disputes, and move our cases forward in a productive way. Any attorney that joins our team must have a similar mindset.

Job Responsibilities

You will be responsible for investigating claims, understanding complex wage and hour laws, iling complaints, filing and opposing various motions, discovery, virtual court appearances, and supervising the completion of work on your cases. You will be assigned to cases primarily filed in San Diego County Superior Court.

Qualifications
- Drafting pleadings and PAGA notices and motions independently
- Handing discovery from start to finish including motions to compel
- Arguing and appearing in court
- Preparing for and attending depositions
- Experience in legal research using platforms such as Lexis-Nexis
- Excellent writing skills for legal documents and correspondence
- Ability to draft legal documents accurately and efficiently
- Willingness to learn our systems and software (Lawyaw, Google Workspace, etc.)

Compensation

Compensation is negotiable and competitive, including a base salary plus year end bonus based on individual and firm performance. Your first full year with the firm is used to set up bonus opportunities in your second year.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• WFH tech stipend/2802 reimbursement (tax free)
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Hybrid after 30 days (typically 2 days scheduled from home plus attorneys can take additional days from home when they are in mediation)

Schedule:

• 8:30 to 5:00 p.m. business hours
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Background

Since 2018, we have recovered substantial compensation for employees throughout California, and the United States under the California Labor Code, Private Attorneys General Act, and Fair Labor Standards Act. We are a growing firm, adding attorneys and staff, and have expanded our practice into Washington State.

Please submit cover email, resume, and writing sample. All applications are 100% confidential.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $125,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Do you have 2 or more years of wage and hour litigation experience?

License/Certification:

• California State Bar admission (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Diego, CA 92108