Labor And Employment Associate Attorney

Job Title:
Labor and Employment Associate Attorney

Job Location:
Los Angeles, CA

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm, known for its reputable Labor & Employment practice, is seeking a mid-level associate attorney to join its dynamic team in Los Angeles, CA. This opportunity offers the chance to work on a variety of employment-related legal matters, providing counseling and representation to management clients across different industries. The ideal candidate will bring 4-6 years of substantial litigation experience and a passion for managing complex employment law issues.

Duties:

• Represent management clients in all areas of employment law, including Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), wage and hour, and employee benefits.
• Draft and file motions, manage discovery processes, and handle depositions in litigation matters.
• Assist with the management of employment law class actions, PAGA cases, and wage/hour disputes.
• Provide legal counsel to clients on employment law matters, focusing on compliance and risk management.
• Work closely with senior attorneys on case strategy and participate in client meetings and discussions.
• Take responsibility for managing multiple client matters simultaneously while maintaining the highest standards of client service.
• Continuously develop expertise in employment law by staying informed on current legal trends and changes in regulations.

Requirements:

• 4-6 years of litigation experience in labor and employment law.
• Experience in brief writing, discovery management, and handling depositions (preferred).
• Exposure to wage and hour issues and class action/PAGA litigation is an advantage.
• Prior experience providing employment counseling to management-side clients is highly preferred.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Excellent time management, organization, and communication abilities.
• JD degree from an accredited law school and admission to the California Bar (or steps to becoming admitted).

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the California Bar (or steps toward admission).

Skills:

• Expertise in labor and employment law, especially in the areas of wage and hour, EEO, and employee benefits.
• Strong writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously while maintaining client satisfaction.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in using legal research tools and case management software.

Job Location:
Los Angeles, CA

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Discretionary annual bonus program.
• 401(k) retirement plan with both pre-tax and Roth contribution options.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Life and disability insurance coverage.
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, sick leave, and personal days.
• Access to professional development programs for continuous career growth.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility with 3 days in-office and 2 days remote.
• Employee wellness programs, including fitness discounts and wellness support.
• Family-friendly policies, backup childcare, and elder care support.
• Additional perks, such as employee discount programs and pre-tax commuter benefits.

This thriving law firm has a strong tradition of maintaining significant relationships with their clients. They employ over 300 attorneys and have seven international and domestic offices. Their Los Angeles office represents clients in a wide range of legal matters including antitrust and trade regulation, government contracts, health care, bank mergers and acquisition strategies, insurance, intellectual property litigation, complex litigation, construction, labor relations, data privacy and security, real estate, employment law, estate planning, transportation, and wage and hour compliance.