Labor & Employment Associate Attorney - Midlevel

Job Description:

A leading international law firm, consistently recognized on Fortune’s Best Places to Work list, is seeking a Midlevel Associate Attorney for its Labor & Employment practice group. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, client-focused approach, and commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Position Overview:

• Location: Los Angeles, CA or San Francisco, CA
• Experience Required: 3 to 5 years in employment law
• Key Responsibilities:
• Handle employment litigation, including court appearances and depositions (preferably with an AmLaw 100 firm).
• Manage single-plaintiff and class action lawsuits.
• Address wage and hour matters and provide client counseling.
• Draft legal documents including:
• Motions to compel arbitration
• Discovery requests and responses
• Oppositions to motions for class certification (including declaration gathering)
• Long-form settlement agreements in wage and hour class/collective actions
• Separation agreements, offer letters, arbitration agreements, and PIIAs
• Conduct labor due diligence on M&A deals (preferred).

Qualifications:

• Admission to the California bar.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent legal writing skills.
• Experience with employment litigation, single-plaintiff and class action lawsuits, and wage and hour matters.
• Ability to draft various legal documents as listed.

Application Instructions:

Submit a resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary Range: $260,000 to $390,000 annually (based on qualifications and experience)
• Benefits Include:
• Annual discretionary bonus
• 401(k) plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Personal medical and parental leave
• Up to ten paid holidays
• Family care benefits