Employment Associate

Job Overview:
A law firm is seeking a highly skilled Employment Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience to join its sophisticated employment practice. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on high-stakes litigation involving employment and wage-and-hour claims, provide counsel, and manage workplace investigations. The position is based in the firm’s Century City (Los Angeles) office, providing exposure to a wide variety of legal matters and a collaborative, fast-paced work environment.

Location:

• Los Angeles, CA

Duties:

• Represent employers and employees in employment litigation, including wage-and-hour claims, discrimination, harassment, and retaliation cases.

• Provide legal advice and counseling on various employment law issues, including compliance with state and federal employment laws.

• Conduct workplace investigations related to harassment, discrimination, and other employment-related issues.

• Collaborate with colleagues and clients to develop creative legal strategies and solutions to meet client needs.

• Manage multiple tasks and priorities, while maintaining exceptional client service and responsiveness.

• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements.

• Represent clients in negotiations, mediations, and hearings.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in employment law, with experience in employment litigation (defense or plaintiff side, or both preferred).

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with the capacity to develop creative solutions for complex issues.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively, prioritize workloads, and meet deadlines.

• Exceptional written, verbal, and advocacy skills with a keen attention to detail.

• Strong client service skills and the ability to maintain professional relationships.

• A collaborative and team-oriented attitude with a proactive mindset.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from a nationally recognized law school.

• Excellent academic credentials.

Certifications:

• Admitted to the California State Bar in good standing.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of employment law and related regulations.

• Experience in employment litigation, wage-and-hour claims, and workplace investigations.

• Strong legal writing and research skills.

• Proficient in legal advocacy and negotiation.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Hands-on experience with high-profile clients and complex legal matters.

• Business development training and mentorship.

• Flexible partnership track based on personal and professional development.

• Positive, collaborative work culture with an open-door management structure.

• Opportunities for involvement in community organizations and professional growth.

Located in Los Angeles, California, this firm is notorious for its innovative and aggresive courtroom strategies - this is a firm the competition loves to hate. But make no mistake, the firm's litigation practice is among the most successful in Los Angeles. The firm's roster is genuinely star-studded and draws attorneys from a number of different fields, including: entertainment, manufacturing, government, finance, public utilities, and gas & oil.