Employment Associate Attorney; Hybrid

Position: Employment Associate Attorney (Hybrid)
Employment Law Attorney –Remote

Location:

Remote within California

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Experience:

3+ years

Position Overview
Zelms Erlich Lenkov LLP is seeking a California-licensed employment law attorney to join its growing Labor and Employment practice.
The ideal candidate will have experience representing employers in California employment litigation, including PAGA and class action matters, and advising clients on workplace and personnel issues. This position is fully remote and does not have an in-office requirement.
The attorney will manage employment matters from inception through resolution while working closely with the firm’s partners and clients.
Responsibilities
Manage employment litigation matters from inception through resolution
Represent employers in PAGA, wage-and-hour and employment class action matters
Handle claims involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation and wrongful termination
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements and other legal documents
Conduct legal research and prepare clear written analysis
Take and defend depositions
Attend court hearings, mediations and other appearances
Handle matters before state and federal employment agencies
Advise employers on personnel decisions, accommodations, disciplinary actions, terminations and workplace policies
Assist with employment agreements, severance agreements, employee handbooks and workplace policies
Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel and the courts
Maintain timely and accurate billing entries

Qualifications
Active license to practice law in California
At least three years of legal experience
Experience representing employers in California employment litigation
PAGA and employment class action experience
Strong knowledge of California employment law
Strong legal research, writing and oral advocacy skills
Ability to manage deadlines and multiple matters independently
Strong judgment, professionalism and attention to detail
Ability to work collaboratively in a fully remote environment
About Zelms Erlich Lenkov LLP
Zelms Erlich Lenkov LLP is a dynamic and growing law firm with attorneys practicing across multiple states. The firm represents businesses, major corporations and individuals across a wide range of legal matters.
As a women- and minority-owned law firm, ZEL values collaboration, diversity and the varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences of its attorneys.
Benefits
~ Fully remote position
~ Firm-sponsored health, dental and vision benefits
~401(k)
~ Firm-paid CLE
~ Bonus opportunities

Employment Type:

Full Time
Years

Experience:

3 - 5 years
Bonus/Commission:
No