Mid-Level Labor & Employment Associate (4+ yrs exp) – Los Angeles
Firm Description:
Our client is a global law firm with more than 1,500 attorneys across 30+ offices in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Known for its deep industry focus and collaborative culture, the firm delivers strategic legal counsel across sectors including healthcare, energy, financial services, life sciences, and media. With a legacy dating back to the 19th century, the firm combines local market insight with global reach to help clients navigate complex legal challenges. It is consistently recognized for its innovation, client service, and commitment to pro bono work.
Position Description:
Labor & Employment Associate
Position Overview
Our client, a nationally recognized law firm, is seeking a mid-level Labor & Employment Associate to join its Los Angeles office.This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with at least four years of employment litigation experience who is looking to work on sophisticated, high-profile matters for a diverse client base while building a long-term career with a collaborative and growing labor and employment practice. The successful candidate will have significant responsibility handling employment litigation matters through all phases of litigation and will contribute to the continued growth of the firm's California Labor & Employment practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent employers in a broad range of employment litigation matters.
- Independently manage cases from inception through resolution.
- Handle all phases of litigation, including:
- Case assessment and strategy
- Pleadings and motion practice
- Discovery
- Depositions
- Court appearances
- Trial preparation
- Resolution and settlement negotiations
- Manage multiple litigation matters simultaneously while maintaining high-quality work product.
- Collaborate with attorneys and clients on complex employment-related disputes.
- Develop litigation strategies and effectively communicate recommendations to clients.
- Contribute to business and practice development initiatives as appropriate.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the California Bar and in good standing.
- Minimum 4 years of employment litigation experience.
- Ability to independently manage litigation matters through all stages of the dispute process.
- Strong project and case management skills.
- Excellent legal writing, analytical, and advocacy abilities.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Experience handling multiple matters in a fast-paced practice environment.
- Deposition experience preferred.
- Courtroom experience preferred.
- Outstanding academic credentials from a nationally recognized law school.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
Compensation
Base Salary: $265,000 – $365,000 annually
This range represents the anticipated salary for the position. Actual compensation may vary based on a variety of factors, including experience, qualifications, skills, and geographic location.
Benefits & Professional Development
Our client offers a comprehensive benefits and professional development package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Life, disability, accident, critical illness, and supplemental insurance options
- Competitive 401(k) retirement savings program
- Paid family leave, vacation, and sick leave
- Employee assistance and wellness resources
- Tuition assistance and continuing professional development opportunities
- Backup childcare and family support resources
- Transportation benefits and additional voluntary benefit programs
In addition to a competitive benefits package, attorneys are provided meaningful client responsibility, strong mentorship, professional development opportunities, and a clear path for long-term career advancement.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Our client is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and interview process consistent with applicable legal requirements.
Application Requirements
Qualified candidates should submit a resume, law school transcript, and any additional materials requested during the hiring process.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a talented employment litigator seeking sophisticated work, substantial client interaction, strong professional development support, and a clear pathway for career growth within a highly respected Labor & Employment practice.
Position Overview
Our client, a nationally recognized law firm, is seeking a mid-level Labor & Employment Associate to join its Los Angeles office.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with at least four years of employment litigation experience who is looking to work on sophisticated, high-profile matters for a diverse client base while building a long-term career with a collaborative and growing labor and employment practice. The successful candidate will have significant responsibility handling employment litigation matters through all phases of litigation and will contribute to the continued growth of the firm's California Labor & Employment practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent employers in a broad range of employment litigation matters.
- Independently manage cases from inception through resolution.
- Handle all phases of litigation, including:
- Case assessment and strategy
- Pleadings and motion practice
- Discovery
- Depositions
- Court appearances
- Trial preparation
- Resolution and settlement negotiations
- Manage multiple litigation matters simultaneously while maintaining high-quality work product.
- Collaborate with attorneys and clients on complex employment-related disputes.
- Develop litigation strategies and effectively communicate recommendations to clients.
- Contribute to business and practice development initiatives as appropriate.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the California Bar and in good standing.
- Minimum 4 years of employment litigation experience.
- Ability to independently manage litigation matters through all stages of the dispute process.
- Strong project and case management skills.
- Excellent legal writing, analytical, and advocacy abilities.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Experience handling multiple matters in a fast-paced practice environment.
- Deposition experience preferred.
- Courtroom experience preferred.
- Outstanding academic credentials from a nationally recognized law school.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
Compensation
Base Salary: $265,000 – $365,000 annually
This range represents the anticipated salary for the position. Actual compensation may vary based on a variety of factors, including experience, qualifications, skills, and geographic location.
Benefits & Professional Development
Our client offers a comprehensive benefits and professional development package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Life, disability, accident, critical illness, and supplemental insurance options
- Competitive 401(k) retirement savings program
- Paid family leave, vacation, and sick leave
- Employee assistance and wellness resources
- Tuition assistance and continuing professional development opportunities
- Backup childcare and family support resources
- Transportation benefits and additional voluntary benefit programs
In addition to a competitive benefits package, attorneys are provided meaningful client responsibility, strong mentorship, professional development opportunities, and a clear path for long-term career advancement.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Our client is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and interview process consistent with applicable legal requirements.
Application Requirements
Qualified candidates should submit a resume, law school transcript, and any additional materials requested during the hiring process.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a talented employment litigator seeking sophisticated work, substantial client interaction, strong professional development support, and a clear pathway for career growth within a highly respected Labor & Employment practice.
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