Donahue Fitzgerald, LLP has an opportunity for an Associate Attorney to join the firm’s Employment Practice Group in our Oakland office.
This position will be involved in all aspects of employment litigation, advice, and counsel matters.
We believe in rewarding hard work. Our attorneys have a minimum billable hour requirement of 1,610 hours per year. For those who meet or exceed this goal, our tiered bonus program provides a clear path to increase your earnings significantly.
The annual base salary for this position is $165,000 to $195,000. Depending on billable hours, total compensation can range up to $207,000 for those at the lower end of the salary range, or up to $245,000 at the higher end.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
- 5+ years of employment law experience.
- Experience representing employers in court, arbitration, before administrative agencies, and/or at mediations on class/collective actions, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour matters.
- Knowledge of Federal and California state labor and employment laws.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to interface with clients regularly.
- Must be detail-oriented.
- Ability to problem solve and work with a variety of personalities and work styles.
- Must be a self-starter with superior organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments within a fast-pace environment.
- Proficient with MS Office Suite and a Document Management System desired.
- Experience with AI tools including Co-Counsel, Co-Pilot and NetDocuments.
- Must work in the office for five days during the first 90 days of employment, followed by a hybrid schedule of three days in-office.
The ideal candidate will also have strong academic credentials from a top law school. Must be admitted and a member in good standing of the California Bar.
The salary range for this position applies to California. The salary range reflects a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for a position. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this position is $165,000-$195,000.
DF LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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The salary range for this position applies to California. The salary range is $165,000 – $195,000. The salary range does not guarantee, obligate, or set expectations of an applicant’s salary in the event of hire. Actual compensation will depend upon several factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications, and skill set.