What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Attorney position at Berliner Cohen, LLP?
Berliner Cohen has immediate openings in our Employment Department for a Senior Attorney with a minimum of 5 years of labor law and employment litigation experience. No book of business is required, but it is beneficial. The position would be for Senior Attorney or Of Counsel, depending on experience and background. This position may be in our San Jose or Modesto Office.
The ideal applicants will be able to work independently and manage a case from beginning to end with little direction and oversight. They must have taken depositions, handled hearings, and been lead counsel on a case. In addition they will have counseled clients on all aspects of wage and hour laws, as well as, litigated wage and hour cases, class action cases, as well as employment discrimination and wrongful termination matters in California state and federal courts, responded to administrative charges, and be familiar with wage laws, leave, and compliance matters (FMLA, CFRA, ADA, FLSA and Ca Labor Codes), policy development, compliance training and managing pre-litigation disputes.
The successful candidate will also possess a strong academic background, a proven track record of strong performance, and measurable results with exceptional communication, analytical, and writing skills.
Hybrid work will be considered for the right candidate. All candidates must be able to appear in court, travel for depositions, and related litigation appearances.
The salary range starts at $210,000. The actual compensation will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, the candidate's qualifications and experience.
Salary : $210,000