Employment Litigation Attorney

Donahue Fitzgerald, LLP has an opportunity for a Mid-level Attorney to join the firm's Employment Practice Group in our Oakland office.This position will be involved in all aspects of employment litigation, advice, and counsel matters.We believe in rewarding hard work. Our attorneys have a minimum billable hour requirement of 1,610 hours per year. For those who meet or exceed this goal, our tiered bonus program provides a clear path to increase your earnings significantly.The annual base salary for this position is $165,000 to $195,000. Depending on billable hours, total compensation can range up to $207,000 for those at the lower end of the salary range, or up to $245,000 at the higher end.Duties and ResponsibilitiesRepresent employers in court, arbitration, before administrative agencies, and at mediations on class/collective actions, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour mattersDefend clients in PAGA mattersDraft and respond to pleadings and discoveryDraft and argue motionsAbility to take and defend depositionsProvide employment counseling on federal and state employment laws, when neededKnowledge, Skills, and Educational RequirementsJD from Accredited Law SchoolMust be admitted and a member in good standing of the California BarShould possess at least 5+ years of general litigation experience; Employment, Class Action and PAGA experience, preferredKnowledge of Federal and California state labor and employment laws, preferredPrior experience taking and defending depositions and arguing motions in courtOutstanding research and analytical skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent attention to detailA self-starter with the ability to manage cases from start to finishAbility to set a course of action and direct the work of associate attorneys and paralegals, when neededAbility to think strategically and creatively while providing practical counsel to clientsAbility to work in a hybrid work schedule of 3 days in the officeThis is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established firm that offers interesting work, excellent prospects, a collaborative working environment, and competitive benefits. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and salary requirements to hr@donahue.com, and please reference 'Employment Attorney' in the subject line of your email.Donahue Fitzgerald is an Equal Opportunity EmployerThe salary range for this position applies to California. The salary range is $165,000 - $195,000. The salary range does not guarantee, obligate, or set expectations of an applicant's salary in the event of hire. Actual compensation will depend upon several factors, including but not limited to the candidate's years of experience, qualifications, and skill set.