Law & Motion Attorney - Wage & Hour Class Action

Wilshire Law Firm is a distinguished, award-winning legal practice with over 18 years of experience, specializing in Personal Injury, Employee Rights, and Consumer Class Action lawsuits. We are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of Excellence and Justice and are united in our commitment to achieve the best outcome for our clients.

You will work side by side on a team of dynamic, collaborative, and client-focused professionals who are committed to delivering on our founding core values: Excellence, Teamwork, and Integrity.

The Opportunity

As a Law & Motion Attorney in our Wage & Hour Class Action department, you’ll play a critical role in advancing cases that impact workers across California. You will craft persuasive motions that shape case law and support class-wide resolutions, all while working closely with a seasoned litigation team on high-stakes wage and hour claims.

Responsibilities

• Draft and oppose a wide range of motions, including motions for class certification, summary judgment, and discovery-related matters.
• Collaborate with trial attorneys to develop and support legal strategies for class action and PAGA cases.
• Conduct high-level legal research on complex and emerging labor law issues.
• Argue motions and oppositions in court.
• Analyze deposition transcripts, expert reports, and key records to inform motion work.
• Participate in meet-and-confers and liaise with opposing counsel regarding motion issues.
• Stay current on developments in labor and employment law impacting wage & hour litigation.
  
  

Qualifications

• Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar.
• Demonstrated excellence in legal writing, research, and analysis.
• Deep familiarity with the California Labor Code, Code of Civil Procedure, and relevant federal wage laws.
• Proven success drafting or opposing dispositive and class certification motions.
• Ability to distill key facts from discovery and apply them to complex legal frameworks.
• Strong organizational skills and comfort working in a fast-paced litigation environment.
• Prior class action, PAGA, or employment law experience is required.
  
  

Compensation

• Compensation range based on experience: $140,000 - $275,000 plus performance-based incentives
• Preferred locations are Los Angeles, Irvine, or Torrance. Will consider hybrid/remote.
  
  

Benefits

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Team outings and sponsored events
• Employee referral bonus program
• Firm-paid Medical HMO with affordable upgrades
• Low-cost Dental and Vision plans
• Firm-paid Life and AD&D insurance
• 401k
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Pet Insurance
  
  

Strive for Excellence. Fight for Justice. Foster Unity.

Wilshire Law Firm celebrates being an equal employment opportunity provider to all people in accordance with all applicable laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to assist individuals with disabilities during the application process and to facilitate their performance of essential job functions throughout their employment.

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