PAGA and Wage-and-Hour
Hi everyone! I recently received a post-bar law clerk/associate attorney offer from a midsize firm that only handles wage-and-hour and PAGA cases. I previously worked on PAGA matters as a law clerk, but I wanted to hear from attorneys who currently practice in this area about what the day-to-day work is actually like. I want to commit to a firm where I can see myself staying and growing professionally in the long term.
To be candid, I didn't particularly enjoy PAGA work as a law clerk because I prefer working closely with clients and felt that the work was somewhat impersonal. I understand the business model and profitability of these cases from a firm's perspective, but I struggled to find the work personally fulfilling.
I'm wondering whether the experience is different as an attorney. Is the work more rewarding when you're managing cases and making decisions? Does it become repetitive over time, or is there more variety than I might have experienced? I feel like I'm missing something. How long have you been practicing in the PAGA space, and how much longer do you see yourself staying in this area of law?
I'd really appreciate any insight from attorneys practicing in this area, especially those at plaintiff-side employment firms. I am entering my last semester of 3L in LA - so any additional advise is also welcomed. Thank you.