Employment Associate Attorney

Job Title: Employment Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm based in Los Angeles, CA is actively seeking a dynamic and driven associate attorney to join its fast-paced employment practice group. The role is best suited for professionals who thrive in high-performance environments and possess a solid background in labor and employment law, particularly within the California legal landscape. The selected candidate will handle a diverse range of employment litigation and advisory matters, contributing to a practice committed to legal excellence and impactful client service.

Duties:

• Handle a broad array of employment matters including:

  • Wage and hour class actions

  • PAGA claims

  • Single-plaintiff disputes involving discrimination, harassment, and retaliation

• Assist in non-compete, trade secret, and traditional labor-related matters (preferred but not required)

• Conduct legal research, draft motions, pleadings, and other litigation-related documents

• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and depositions

• Advise clients on California employment law compliance and litigation strategy

• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on case strategy and trial preparation

• Contribute to business development efforts and client presentations as needed

Requirements:

• 3-4 years of relevant employment law experience

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex caseloads independently

• Proven success in high-performance, fast-paced legal settings

• Admitted to the State Bar of California

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school

• Strong academic credentials required

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in the state of California

Skills:

• Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills

• Strong courtroom presence and advocacy abilities

• Meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills

• Effective communicator with clients and internal teams

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines with efficiency

• Proficiency with legal research tools and case management software

Job Location:

• Los Angeles, CA

Ranked as a Vault Law 100 international law firm, attorneys at this firm win by understanding their client's business, investing in their success, and by putting their interest ahead of their own. Associates boast working with brilliant attorneys, who are easy to work with, as well as having the opportunity for exciting, substantive legal work. The firm partners with leaders around the world to fuel missions, knock down barriers, and shape markets. The attorneys at this firm bring their personal passion and legal prowess to bear in every matter for their clients and the people they serve. Associate remark the firm is invested in their career destination and want to see the associates' career blossom. There is an opportunity to really grow, and the partners at the firm mentor associates and really care. The happiness factor is one of the firm's top priorities. As one associate put it, the firm is energized and it is an exciting place to be. The firms boasts a tightly-woven network of legal thought leaders who marry their passion for business with a deep, focused understanding of the law. Through their pro bono legal services, volunteer services, and charitable giving, lawyers at this firm are committed to giving back. This firm has been nationally ranked in 33 practice areas by US News.