Litigation Assistant Position at California Plaintiffs’ Employment Law Firm

Rudy, Exelrod, Zieff & Lowe, LLP (www.rezlaw.com) is a leading law firm in the field of employee rights and protections, including both individual cases and class actions. The firm’s employee clients range from low wage workers to C-Suite executives, and the firm frequently litigates high profile employment cases.

Job Description

Rudy, Exelrod, Zieff & Lowe, LLP is a leading law firm in the field of employee rights and protections. We seek a Litigation Assistant to assist the firm’s attorneys and administrative staff on cases brought to enforce state and federal employment laws, including anti-discrimination laws, wage and hour laws, and whistleblower protection and anti-retaliation laws.

Job duties include both administrative/office duties and case-related work. Job duties may include general administrative support, reception duties, assisting with court filings and legal documents, client services, identifying and interviewing witnesses, trial preparation and assistance, document investigation, and e-discovery. There will likely be the opportunity to sit in on depositions, hearings, and mediations, and potentially a trial or arbitration.

The firm sees this position as ideal for someone seeking law firm experience prior to entering law school. Rudy, Exelrod, Zieff & Lowe is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• An interest in the litigation process, including trial preparation, court filing procedures, and discovery;
• Good working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, and a willingness to learn document management software, e-discovery, and legal research tools;
• Analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Ability and willingness to work well with others in a fast-paced, sometimes high-stress litigation environment;
• Four-year degree preferred.

Salary Range

Base salary: $55,000 – $58,000. Compensation is commensurate with experience, and the firm offers a complete benefits package.

Application Deadline: Rolling, please submit ASAP. To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to Michelle Lee at mgl@rezlaw.com.

About Rudy Exelrod Zieff & Lowe, LLP

At Rudy, Exelrod, Zieff & Lowe, LLP, we are dedicated to providing workers, professionals, and executives with high quality representation and an unwavering commitment to excellence across the spectrum of state, federal, and international employment law. We are known for our distinguished track record of aggressive advocacy and for maintaining the highest standards of professional ethics and integrity. For more information on our firm please visit our website: www.rezlaw.com.