Pre-Litigation Employment Attorney

Pre-Litigation Employment Attorney

Career Consulting Partners has teamed up with a large plaintiff-side litigation law firm with its Headquarters in Glendale and offices in New York, Seattle, Newark, Denver, Portland, and Chicago.

We are looking for a Pre-Litigation Associate Attorney who will play a crucial role in evaluating potential employment claims, engaging with clients, and striving for favorable resolutions before litigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Review prospective client intakes against liability and damages metrics; conduct supplemental calls to gather facts for complaint filing and pre-suit resolution.

• Research corporate structures and affiliate entities to ensure proper party naming, and gather necessary records to draft PAGA notices and administrative filings (CRD/EEOC) .

• Partner with senior attorneys on filing decisions, claim selection, venue, and jurisdictional strategy.

• Direct early dispute resolution, pre-suit mediations, demand letters, and statutory document requests (Labor Code §§ 226 and 1198.5) across a growing caseload.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) and an active California State Bar license in good standing.

• 1–3 years in employment law or civil litigation (plaintiff-side experience preferred).

• Working familiarity with California wage and hour laws, FEHA, CFRA, and PAGA.

• Excellent negotiation and advocacy skills, strong analytical reasoning, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary Compensation Range: $130,000 - $170,000.00

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Performance-Based Discretionary Bonuses & Merit Increase Opportunities

Location:

• Glendale, CA (91203)