Job Description

Senior Associate – FLSA / False Claims Act (Qui Tam) Litigation

We are a nationally recognized litigation firm focused on high-stakes plaintiff-side matters, including whistleblower (False Claims Act), wage & hour (FLSA) class and collective actions, mass torts, and complex commercial litigation. We are seeking a Senior Associate (5+ years) with experience in FLSA / wage & hour litigation and/or False Claims Act (qui tam) matters. This is a hands-on role offering the opportunity to lead cases, shape strategy, and work directly on complex, high-impact litigation from investigation through resolution.

General Overview:

• Lead and manage FLSA collective and class actions (misclassification, unpaid overtime, off-the-clock claims)
• Investigate, evaluate, and develop False Claims Act / qui tam matters
• Draft and argue motions, briefs, and pleadings in federal court
• Take and defend depositions (fact and expert)
• Oversee discovery strategy, eDiscovery, and case management
• Drive settlement strategy and negotiations
• Collaborate closely with senior attorneys on case theory and litigation strategy

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of litigation experience, with meaningful exposure to:
  • FLSA / wage & hour class or collective actions
  • and/or False Claims Act (qui tam) litigation
  • Strong federal court experience
  • Exceptional legal writing and oral advocacy skills
  • Proven ability to manage complex, high-stakes cases independently
  • Experience with depositions, motion practice, and discovery strategy
  • Commitment to plaintiff-side or public-interest litigation

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.