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Labor and Employment Associate Attorney

Type Full-Time

Location California - Los Angeles

Job ID PPX9343115

Experience Level Midlevel Associate

Job Experience Min. 5 - Max. 7 Years

Ranking 4 : Medium to Large Business $$$$

Estimated Salary Highest Salary Band in the Market

Practice Areas Litigation - Labor & EmploymentEmployment Law - GeneralEmployment Law - Wage and Hour - General

2024-09-03 07:25:55

A law firm in Los Angeles is seeking a Labor and Employment Associate Attorney with 5-7 years of labor and employment defense experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in general employment litigation, including wage and hour disputes, and employment counseling. Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills are required, along with experience in both federal and state courts. A Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school and membership in the California State Bar are mandatory. The firm offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including an annual discretionary bonus.

Duties:

  • Represent clients in labor and employment litigation, including wage and hour disputes, wrongful termination, and employment discrimination cases.
  • Provide legal counseling to employers on employment law issues, including compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • Draft and review employment agreements, employee handbooks, and company policies.
  • Conduct internal investigations and handle employee-related disputes and claims.
  • Prepare and argue motions, manage discovery processes, and represent clients in federal and state court proceedings.
  • Advise clients on best practices for managing employment-related issues and minimizing legal risks.
  • Collaborate with clients and internal teams to develop and implement effective litigation and counseling strategies.

Requirements:

  • 5-7 years of labor and employment defense experience.
  • Strong background in general employment litigation and wage and hour disputes.
  • Experience with employment counseling and compliance.
  • Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
  • Proven experience in federal and state court litigation.
  • Ability to manage complex cases and provide strategic legal advice.

Education:

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

Certifications:

  • Active membership in the California State Bar.

Skills:

  • Expertise in labor and employment law, including litigation and counseling.
  • Proficiency in drafting legal documents and conducting thorough legal research.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • High attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and annual discretionary bonus.
  • Paid time off and professional development allowance.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan (employee-only contribution plan).
  • Parking benefit.

This AmLaw firm is well-known for their banking sector, representing all 10 U.S. bank holding companies. Specializing in its Latin America practice, this firm prioritizes and provides diversity and inclusion amongst its associates. This firm has also obtained numerous accolades including a perfect score through the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality two years in a row, Top 25 For Female Partners by The American Lawyer, and Top 60 Firms For Diversity by The American Lawyer's Diversity Scoreboard.

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