Senior Plaintiff-Side Employment Attorney

Senior Plaintiff-Side Employment Attorney

Setareh Law Group (SLG)
Location: Beverly Hills, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $250,000 – $350,000 annually, plus potential settlement-based performance bonuses

Position Overview

Setareh Law Group, a prominent plaintiff-side employment litigation firm based in Beverly Hills, California, is seeking a highly skilled and accomplished Senior Employment Litigation Attorney to join our growing legal team.

The ideal candidate is an experienced plaintiff-side litigator with a proven track record of successfully handling complex employment matters, including Class Actions, Wage & Hour Litigation, Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) Claims, and Wrongful Termination Cases.

This position presents an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned attorney to take a leadership role in high-impact litigation, manage sophisticated cases from inception through resolution, and advocate for employees whose workplace rights have been violated.

We are seeking a strategic, results-driven attorney who possesses exceptional litigation skills, sound legal judgment, and the ability to independently manage a substantial caseload while mentoring junior attorneys and contributing to the firm's continued success.

Key Responsibilities

Complex Employment Litigation

• Independently manage complex plaintiff-side employment litigation matters from initial case evaluation through settlement, arbitration, or trial.
  
  
• Litigate single-plaintiff and multi-plaintiff employment disputes, including class actions and representative PAGA actions.
  
  
• Develop and execute comprehensive litigation strategies designed to maximize favorable outcomes for clients.
  
  
• Draft, review, and argue complex pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation documents.
  
  
• Conduct and defend depositions, including depositions of corporate representatives, executives, and expert witnesses.
  
  
• Represent clients in mediations, settlement negotiations, hearings, arbitrations, and trials.
  
  

Class Actions, Wage & Hour, and PAGA

• Lead complex employment class actions involving wage and hour violations, including unpaid wages, overtime, meal and rest period violations, off-the-clock work, wage statement violations, and other California Labor Code claims.
  
  
• Handle representative actions under California's Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA).
  
  
• Develop class certification strategies and prepare complex class certification motions.
  
  
• Analyze payroll records, timekeeping data, employment policies, and other evidence to evaluate liability, damages, penalties, and settlement exposure.
  
  
• Collaborate with economists, statisticians, and other experts when necessary.
  
  
• Negotiate and structure class action and PAGA settlements and oversee the applicable court approval processes.
  
  

Wrongful Termination and Employment Claims

• Handle wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and whistleblower protection claims.
  
  
• Litigate claims involving violations of the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), California Labor Code, and other applicable employment laws.
  
  
• Evaluate complex factual and legal issues to develop effective litigation and settlement strategies.
  
  
• Prepare clients and witnesses for depositions, mediation, arbitration, and trial.
  
  

Leadership and Case Management

• Provide strategic direction and oversight to associate attorneys, law clerks, and litigation support staff.
  
  
• Mentor junior attorneys in litigation strategy, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and settlement negotiations.
  
  
• Conduct substantive case reviews to ensure matters progress efficiently and deadlines are met.
  
  
• Collaborate with firm leadership on case valuations, settlement strategies, and litigation priorities.
  
  
• Maintain consistent communication with clients regarding case developments, expectations, and potential resolutions.
  
  
• Ensure adherence to court rules, ethical obligations, internal procedures, and firm-wide case management standards.
  
  

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California.
  
  
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
  
  
• Minimum of 7–10 years of substantive employment litigation experience, with significant plaintiff-side representation.
  
  
• Demonstrated experience handling complex employment Class Actions, Wage & Hour Litigation, PAGA, and Wrongful Termination matters.
  
  
• Strong knowledge of California employment laws, including FEHA, the California Labor Code, and applicable wage and hour regulations.
  
  
• Proven ability to independently manage complex litigation from case inception through resolution.
  
  
• Substantial experience conducting depositions, drafting dispositive motions, managing discovery, and negotiating settlements.
  
  
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills, legal research abilities, and litigation judgment.
  
  
• Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• First-chair or substantial trial experience in employment litigation.
  
  
• Successful track record securing significant settlements or verdicts in plaintiff-side employment matters.
  
  
• Extensive experience with class certification, PAGA claims, complex settlement negotiations, and judicial approval proceedings.
  
  
• Experience practicing in both California state and federal courts.
  
  
• Admission to practice before the United States District Courts in California.
  
  
• Experience supervising and mentoring junior attorneys and litigation teams.
  
  
• Strong familiarity with mediation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution.
  
  
• Ability to evaluate complex damages models and collaborate effectively with financial and statistical experts.
  
  

Compensation and Benefits

Setareh Law Group offers a competitive compensation package designed to attract and retain top-tier litigation talent.

• Base Salary: $250,000 – $350,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications, experience, and demonstrated litigation success.
  
  
• Performance Incentives: Potential settlement-based performance bonuses, subject to firm policies and applicable agreements.
  
  
• Opportunities for professional advancement and leadership.
  
  
• Exposure to sophisticated, high-value employment litigation.
  
  
• A collaborative legal environment with experienced attorneys and dedicated litigation support professionals.
  
  
• Employee benefits and paid time off in accordance with firm policies.
  
  

Why Join Setareh Law Group?

At Setareh Law Group, we are committed to protecting employee rights and holding employers accountable for unlawful workplace practices.

Our attorneys handle challenging, meaningful cases that have the potential to create lasting change for employees throughout California.

As a Senior Employment Litigation Attorney, you will have the opportunity to:

• Lead complex, high-stakes plaintiff-side employment litigation.
  
  
• Exercise significant autonomy over litigation strategy and case management.
  
  
• Work directly with firm leadership on important legal and strategic decisions.
  
  
• Mentor and develop the next generation of employment litigators.
  
  
• Contribute to the growth and continued success of a results-oriented plaintiff-side litigation practice.
  
  

Join a firm where your experience, judgment, and advocacy can make a meaningful impact.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Setareh Law Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a professional, inclusive, and respectful work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.