Employment Law Senior Attorney - PAGA

Michael Sullivan & Assoc

Oakland, CA, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Legal

Full Time

Job Description

Employment Law (PAGA) Attorney (Remote/Hybrid)

Celebrating 30 years in business, Michael Sullivan & Associates LLP is a multi-state law firm with a growing national presence. The Firm provides our Attorneys with cutting edge tools of the trade, and we offer unmatched opportunities for advancement and a clear path to partnership. Our team is different because our people are committed to engaging in a culture of emotional maturity. This is best-showcased by our Attorney Development team who is both direct and supportive, to help deliver results for clients.

As a Employment Law Attorney, you will work in a primarily remote environment, with as-needed travel for mandatory meetings, depositions and appearances.

Compensation

$230,000 - $300,000 / year
Quarterly Bonus Opportunities.

Daily Objectives

Lead PAGA litigation matters, including case strategy, discovery, depositions, motion practice, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.
Advise clients on California labor and employment law compliance, helping mitigate risk and prevent PAGA claims.
Monitor legal developments and provide strategic guidance on evolving PAGA regulations and case law.
Build and maintain strong client relationships through trusted legal counsel and ongoing support.
Drive business development through client presentations, networking, and identification of new opportunities.
Mentor and supervise attorneys and staff, reviewing legal work product to ensure quality and successful case outcomes.

Skills & Experience

10+ years of CA Employment Law experience.
Active license and in good-standing with the California State Bar.
Juris Doctorate Degree.
Must have recent experience defending against PAGA claims and Class Actions.
Experience with public entity defense a plus.
Superior research, analytical, negotiating ability.
Excellent written and oral communication.
Commitment to proactive case management.

Health & Wellness

Medical plan options including Kaiser Permanente HMO, Cigna EPO, and Cigna PPO
Dental coverage through Delta Dental with DHMO and PPO options
Vision coverage through VSP
Firm-Paid Life/AD&D (up to $150k) & Long-term Disability (LTD) Insurance.
Firm-Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential support.

Retirement & Voluntary Benefits

401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution.
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage, available at group rates.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) options for eligible pre-tax expenses.
Voluntary short-term disability (STD) coverage.
Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance up to $500,000.
Optional Pet Insurance, because family comes in many forms.

Flexibility

Remote-first work environment with some travel required on an as-needed basis.
10 offices throughout California, providing greater flexibility to work near where you live.
1 office in Colorado.

Michael Sullivan & Associates LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic makeup, marital status, military service, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.