Big Law Employment Defense to Plaintiff Powerhouse: Wage & Hour Attorney (Remote, High Earnings)

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Overview Job Title: Litigation Attorney (Junior to Managing Attorney) – Employment (Wage & Hour and PAGA). Job Location: The firm will consider remote candidates in CA; on-site visits approx. once per month. They seek 1+ years of CA Wage & Hour and PAGA experience; senior-level talent is also welcome. Compensation and Benefits Base Salary: $140,000 - $250,000 per year (top earners in the mid-to high six figures; $600,000+). Additional Compensation: Opportunity to earn a percentage of the firm’s recovery on cases handled. Benefits: 401(k); comprehensive health (50% coverage including dependents), dental, and vision; flexible time off; referral program; discretionary quarterly bonuses. Why Pivot to Us? Lucrative Earnings: Plaintiff-side settlements can exceed Big Law billable hours, offering significant financial rewards. Remote Freedom: Work from anywhere in California with minimal office visits (senior team members attend every 4-6 weeks). Fast-Track Growth: Potential to become a Team Lead in months, with a clear path to rapid promotions. Recession-Proof Practice: Wage and hour litigation remains active in downturns, supporting steady work in California courts. Leverage Your Expertise: Big Law training in discovery, depositions, and procedure supports our high-stakes class action practice. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of ~40 wage and hour class action cases after initial training. Apply defense-honed skills to draft written discovery, conduct depositions, and represent clients in court hearings. Engage confidently with clients and opposing counsel, leveraging professional presence. Qualifications 1+ years of wage & hour employment litigation experience (defense experience at firms like Ogletree or Jackson Lewis strongly preferred; FEHA or PAGA experience a plus). Eagerness to focus on wage and hour class actions/PAGA litigation; full training provided. Ability to work remotely across California with occasional travel (1-2 times/month). First week in-person in Los Angeles for onboarding and systems training; fully remote thereafter. Procedural rigor, professional demeanor, and drive to excel in a high-demand practice.
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Location:
San Francisco, CA, United States
Salary:
$200,000 - $250,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Legal