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Robert Half is partnering with a fast-growing employment law firm with great, tenured attorneys and staff. This firm is moving to Woodland Hills.

The ideal candidate will handle a diverse caseload, primarily focused on single plaintiff matters, including wage and hour disputes, discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination claims. This role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where innovation and client advocacy are at the forefront.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of 30-40 employment law matters independently, ensuring cases are handled efficiently and effectively.

• Draft and review legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, and settlement agreements.

• Conduct settlement negotiations and represent clients in mediations.

• Prepare for and lead depositions, including witness preparation and questioning.

• Monitor and adhere to litigation deadlines while maintaining high-quality legal work.

• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and witnesses to provide updates and gather necessary information.

• Perform thorough legal research and analysis to support case strategies.

• Supervise and guide support staff and paralegals to ensure smooth case management.

• Stay up-to-date with developments in employment law and apply insights to case strategies.

Requirements • A minimum of 3 years of experience in civil litigation, particularly in employment law.

• Proven ability to manage a high-volume caseload independently.

• Strong skills in drafting legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements.

• Excellent negotiation skills, particularly in settlement discussions.

• Experience preparing for and conducting depositions.

• Solid understanding of wage and hour laws, discrimination claims, harassment cases, and wrongful termination matters.

• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.

• Active license to practice law in the state of California.

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Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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