Employment/Litigation Associate - 5 yrs of experience (Irvine, CA)

Tressler LLP
Orange County +1 more
Hybrid

Who this role is best for

Geared toward experienced litigators comfortable with managing complex employment cases from intake through trial, and collaborating on business development efforts in a hybrid work arrangement in Orange County, CA.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 5 years of litigation experience and a track record in employment disputes
    — “5 years of litigation experience (Required)”
  • Professionals who can balance case management with strategic client advice and marketing contributions
    — “Assisting with marketing and business development efforts to drive firm growth and strengthen client relationships”
  • Individuals who thrive in a collaborative, people-centric law firm environment
    — “We are known for our people-centric approach to business, which includes collaborative teaming”

Things to consider

  • The role requires in-office presence at least three days per week despite flexible scheduling
    — “This position is hybrid in our Irvine, California office”
  • Candidates must be prepared to manage multiple complex cases simultaneously
    — “Overseeing complex employment/litigation matters and managing multiple cases from intake through settlement or trial”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize experience in employment litigation and strategic case management in your resume and cover letter
    — “Overseeing complex employment/litigation matters and managing multiple cases”
  • Highlight your ability to provide clear legal advice and negotiate settlement agreements
    — “Providing strategic legal advice to clients in business, professional liability, and employment disputes”
  • Demonstrate familiarity with litigation strategy development and budgeting in your application materials
    — “Developing and implementing litigation strategies and budgets”
  • Showcase your deposition and motion practice skills during the interview process
    — “Conducting and defending depositions and arguing dispositive motions”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • overseeing complex employment/litigation matters
  • managing multiple cases
  • developing and implementing litigation strategies
Typical background
5 years of litigation experienceactive California bar license

Skills & requirements

Required

LitigationEmployment LawLegal ResearchCase ManagementLegal Writing

Preferred

NegotiationLegal Strategy

Stack & domain

LitigationEmployment LawCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsWritingOrganizational SkillsAdvocacy SkillsLegal

About the role

Original posting from Tressler LLP via Greenhouse

Employment/Litigation Associate with 5 Years of experience (Irvine, CA)

Role Description

We are seeking an Employment/Litigation attorney to join our Irvine, California office as an Associate.

Our dynamic Employment/Litigation Group is known for its comprehensive approach to handling matters related to complex insurance claims analysis and representing clients in high-stakes litigation cases.

We are seeking a candidate who is passionate about delivering exceptional legal services. The candidate does not need to have a book of business. This position is hybrid in our Irvine, California office.

Essential job duties include:

Overseeing complex employment/litigation matters and managing multiple cases

from intake through settlement or trial.

Developing and implementing litigation strategies and budgets.

Conducting and defending depositions and arguing dispositive motions.

Providing strategic legal advice to clients in business, professional liability, and employment disputes.

Negotiating and drafting settlement agreements.

Assisting with marketing and business development efforts to drive firm growth and strengthen client relationships.

Qualifications

Active California bar license (Required)

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

5 years of litigation experience (Required)

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Exceptional writing, organizational, and advocacy skills

Featured Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with company match

Paid parental leave

Flexible schedule

Interview Process Timeline

Application

Our team will review your application. Please submit your resume and cover letter using Easy Apply above.

Screening Call

Our HR Director will reach out to you to schedule a preliminary 30-minute phone screening.

In-Person or Virtual Interview

Here you’ll meet the hiring team who will evaluate your skillset and assess if you are a 

good culture fit for the firm.

Offer

Congratulations! If the hiring team thinks you’re a good match, we will extend an offer 

to join the firm.

About Life at Tressler

We are a full-service, modern law firm located in ten cities across the country. We are known for our people-centric approach to business, which includes collaborative teaming, professional development opportunities, flexible schedules and a positive work environment. We have been successful for more than 40 years because of our wonderful team.

Tressler has been named to the prestigious U.S. News and Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” lists for the past five years and we are “Client Recommended” by A.M. Best. We are proud to be a Certified Great Place to Work© in the U.S.A., a ranking based on our employee happiness scores and positive reviews of our management team.

Salary Commensurate with experience - $170,000 to $180,000

Salary commensurate with experience:$170,000—$180,000 USD

Source: Tressler LLP careers (Greenhouse)

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