Attorney | Employment Law | Hybrid | 147853

Company: Mission Recruiting
Location: Irvine
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Grow your litigation career with a Southern California firm that prioritizes courtroom experience, mentorship, and purpose-driven advocacy. This opportunity offers immediate, hands-on litigation exposure far beyond document review. From depositions and motion practice to trial preparation, you’ll manage your own cases while collaborating with seasoned trial attorneys who are deeply invested in your professional growth. Why This Role Stands Out Hands-On Litigation: Take ownership of your cases from day one and develop your courtroom skills quickly. Real Courtroom Experience: Handle depositions, motion arguments, and regular court appearances. Mentorship That Matters: Work side-by-side with experienced trial attorneys committed to your success. Mission-Driven Work: Join a team passionate about advancing employee rights. Collaborative Culture: Enjoy a supportive, high-performing environment that values both excellence and balance. What You’ll Do Manage employment law cases from intake through resolution. Draft pleadings, discovery responses, motions, and trial materials. Take and defend depositions. Argue motions and appear before judges. Collaborate with clients on case strategy and maintain open communication. Support mediations, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations. Assist in trial preparation and serve as second chair when needed. What You Bring Active California Bar membership. Background in civil litigation (employment law experience preferred). Exceptional legal research, writing, and advocacy skills. Ability to manage cases independently while working within a collaborative team. Prior trial preparation experience is a plus. Compensation & Benefits Salary Range: $130,000 – $180,000 (based on experience, Irvine office) Professional development and mentorship opportunities. Supportive, mission-driven workplace culture. This position offers the courtroom exposure, mentorship, and impact-driven environment that ambitious litigators seek. Apply today through Mission Recruiting to take the next step in your employment litigation career. Salary Range: $130,000 – $180,000 Reference: 147853

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