Blackstone Law, APC · 1 month ago
Individual Trial Team Lead – Plaintiff Employment
Blackstone Law, APC is seeking an experienced and strategic Team Lead or Senior Associate to head their Arbitration Department, focusing on mass arbitrations involving wage and hour claims. The role involves leading a team of attorneys, overseeing arbitration processes, and ensuring compliance with legal standards while mentoring junior staff.
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Responsibilities
Lead and manage a team of attorneys handling mass arbitration cases, primarily involving wage and hour violations
Extensive knowledge of the California Labor Code as it applies to employee rights and employer violations, including wage and hour claims (e.g., §§ 201–203, 226, 510, 558, 1194), wrongful termination, retaliation, and PAGA; skilled in leveraging these statutes to develop case strategy, evaluate damages, and drive favorable outcomes in arbitration or trial
Supervise all phases of arbitration, including case strategy, discovery, brief drafting, arbitration preparation, and final hearings
Review and ensure quality of all legal documents, including arbitration demands, motions, discovery responses, and settlement agreements
Mentor and coach junior attorneys, fostering professional development and best practices in high-volume arbitration work
Develop and optimize workflows, templates, and systems to support efficiency in large-scale arbitration caseloads
Work closely with intake, pre-litigation, and operations teams to ensure smooth transitions and case readiness
Monitor procedural compliance with arbitration providers (e.g., AAA, JAMS), especially in the context of batch/mass arbitration protocols
Collaborate on strategic decisions for complex and high-value cases, and represent the firm in arbitration hearings when needed
Qualification
Required
5+ years of employment law experience, with significant exposure to wage and hour class, PAGA, and arbitration matters
Demonstrated success leading legal teams or managing junior attorneys
Hands-on experience managing high-volume or mass arbitrations, from intake to resolution
Expert knowledge of arbitration forums and rules, particularly AAA and JAMS mass arbitration protocols
Strong writing, advocacy, and negotiation skills
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage team performance in a fast-paced environment
A proactive and collaborative mindset, with a commitment to innovation and continuous improvement
Company
Blackstone Law, APC
Blackstone Law is a California based litigation law firm concentrating on plaintiff's labor and employment, business litigation and personal injury.
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