Job Description
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Role Description
- Lydecker is seeking attorneys with 3+ years of experience for our California Labor and Employment group. The applicant should be admitted to practice in CA. Under the supervision of a partner, the associate will be handling a variety of cases, including the defense of Labor and Employment law.
- Draft/review and respond to petitions/complaints, motions, and written discovery
- Attend hearings and meetings with clients when requested
- Prepare for and attend depositions
- Assist with preparation for and/or participate in mediation and trial
- Must be willing and able to bill
- Any other duties as assigned
- Qualifications
- A minimum of JD from an ABA approved law school
- A minimum of 3 years of civil defense litigation experience, preferably in Labor and Employment
- Previous experience managing up to 30 cases at once
- Experience taking and defending depositions, appearance in court, motion, and discovery drafting
- Mediation and trial experience a huge plus
- Experience mentoring junior Associates a huge plus
- Requirements
- This position requires a California bar license in good standing
- Computer skills: Basic knowledge of computer operation, internet software, spreadsheet software, and word processing software; the use of Microsoft products is preferred
- Ability to type and operate office equipment
- Self-motivated and a self-starter, work well independently, and possess strong client communication skills
- Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings when required
- Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information
- Temperament: Ability to work with little supervision; prioritizes and anticipates work needs; works well under occasional periods of pressure and short deadlines
- Ethics: Keeps client and firm information confidential at all times; understands and implements general rules of ethical behavior applicable to lawyers
- Benefits
- One-on-one mentorship and training by Partners
- Salary range depending on depth and years of experience
- Quarterly bonuses based on your billable hours
- Annual performance reviews with potential for sizeable increase in salary ($180k-$215k)
- Remote or hybrid work environment, depending on your location
- Flexible work hours
- Medical Insurance ā Currently provided by Cigna Healthcare with multiple insurance plans to choose from based on your needs ā partially paid for by Firm for the employee
- All outpatient mental health services are free of charge with no copays
- Optional Dental & Vision Insurance
- Optional Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance
- Optional Voluntary Accident Insurance
- Optional Critical Illness Insurance
- Optional Cancer Insurance
- Optional Hospitalization Insurance
- Optional Health Savings Account
- Optional Flexible Spending Account
- 401k after one calendar year of employment
- Paid time off (PTO) to support your overall well-being
- Collegial work environment
- Perks including Bagel Fridays, Free Snacks, Cuban Coffee (*only in Miami office)
- Social events such as Annual Beach Buzz, Attorney Socials, Corporate Run & Holiday Events
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