A well-established plaintiff-side employment law firm in Glendale is growing and hiring Employment Litigation Attorneys to join its collaborative, in-office team. This is a high-impact, fully onsite role (5 days/week) for attorneys who want real responsibility, strong compensation, and meaningful work advocating for employees.
This firm values teamwork, mentorship, and hands-on experience—and offers long-term stability without requiring attorneys to generate their own book of business.
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary
Mid-Level Attorneys (2–5 years): $150,000 - 200,000 range
Senior Attorneys: Up to $300,000
Quarterly bonuses based on attorney’s fees collected (typically 2–5%, tied to KPIs)
20% referral bonus
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off and paid holidays
Bar dues and CLE reimbursement
Cell phone reimbursement
Firm-provided equipment and strong tech support (laptop, accessories, ergonomic setup)
About The Firm
Approximately 14 attorneys (senior, mid-level, and junior)
Attorneys work broadly across employment matters (not siloed by claim type)
Work is split between pre-litigation and litigation
Collaborative, mission-driven environment focused on helping employees obtain justice
What You’ll Do
Depending on experience and interest, attorneys may focus on pre-litigation, litigation, or a hybrid of both.
Pre-Litigation
Manage a high-volume caseload (150–200 matters)
Evaluate claims, advise clients, and negotiate settlements
Resolve matters efficiently while maximizing outcomes
Litigation
Handle cases from filing through resolution
Manage a caseload of approximately 40–60 matters
Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery
Take and defend depositions
Appear in court and participate in mediations
Prepare cases for trial and assist at trial
Mid-level and senior attorneys are expected to first- or second-chair trials, depending on the caseEmployment matters include:
Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation
Wrongful termination
Single-plaintiff FEHA claims
Wage & hour violations
Whistleblower claims
Leave, accommodation, and disability claims (FEHA, CFRA, FMLA, ADA)
What We’re Looking For
Active California Bar license
2–3+ years of employment law experience required
Personal injury attorneys considered only if they have substantive employment law experience
Plaintiff-side or defense-side employment background welcome
Ability to manage cases independently and work collaboratively
Strong writing, advocacy, and negotiation skills
Willingness to work onsite in Glendale, CA, five days per week
Compassionate, client-centered mindset with a passion for employee advocacy
Work Schedule
Fully onsite (5 days/week)
After approximately one year and demonstrated performance, limited hybrid flexibility may be considered
Who Thrives Here
Attorneys who want hands-on responsibility
Lawyers who enjoy being in the office and collaborating daily
Professionals who care about impact, not just billables
Attorneys who want excellent compensation without pressure to generate a book of business
