Employment Law Partner - PAGA & Class Action Specialist

️Employment Law Partner PAGA & Class Action Specialist

Location: California-Based (Remote First 90% Virtual / 10% Office Presence)
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Compensation: $230,000 - $300,000 annually
Ideal Experience: 8+ years in employment litigation with a specialization in PAGA and class actions

Overview

HireNow Staffing is working with a distinguished California-based law firm to add an Employment Law Partner to its rapidly expanding PAGA and class action defense team. If you're ready to lead major litigation matters while growing a scalable practice and mentoring a team this is your moment.

Key Responsibilities

PAGA and Class Action Litigation:

• Direct legal strategy in Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) lawsuits, including pre-litigation evaluation, discovery, and court appearances.

• Oversee case teams, conduct witness interviews, and lead negotiation sessions.

• Prepare clients for audits, depositions, and court-mandated settlements.

Client Advisory & Preventative Counseling:

• Guide employers on wage and hour practices, employee classifications, off-the-clock claims, and rest/meal break compliance.

• Audit HR processes to identify potential class/PAGA risk before exposure occurs.

• Analyze legal trends and proactively update clients on regulatory changes.

Business Development & Thought Leadership:

• Build a portfolio of high-profile employer clients through industry visibility and referrals.

• Deliver training seminars and webinars on PAGA strategy and defense tactics.

• Publish insights and updates to reinforce the firm's leadership in this niche space.

Team Management:

• Mentor mid-level and junior attorneys across ongoing litigation matters.

• Review legal documents and provide final approvals on motions, pleadings, and settlement language.

• Promote an internal culture of knowledge-sharing and legal excellence.

Qualifications

• JD and licensed to practice law in California

• Minimum 8 years of labor & employment litigation experience

• Expertise in PAGA and class action defense is essential

• Confident team leader and business generator

• Trial experience preferred but not mandatory

• Highly skilled in legal research, oral advocacy, and strategic planning

Why You Should Apply

This role combines litigation leadership, practice growth, and high-profile client interaction in one of the most dynamic sectors of employment law. You'll have the tools, autonomy, and backing to make your mark within a supportive, forward-thinking law firm that values attorney development and long-term impact.

To Apply: Submit your resume and a brief qualifications summary. Your interest will be handled with strict confidentiality.

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