Employment Associate Attorney

Employment Associate Attorney — San Diego, CA or Boston, MA Direct Counsel is seeking an Employment Associate Attorney to join a well-established Am Law 100 firm in its San Diego office. This role is ideal for an attorney with at least 3 years of employment law experience, including litigation and counseling. The position offers a balanced mix of litigation, advisory work, policy drafting, investigations, and training, with the opportunity to work closely alongside seasoned practitioners in a collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities Handle all aspects of employment litigation, including matters involving discrimination, wage and hour claims, leave issues, non-compete disputes, and breach of contract cases Provide day-to-day counseling to employers on HR and compliance matters Draft and revise employment policies, handbooks, employment agreements, and separation agreements Conduct internal investigations and deliver employment-related trainings Collaborate with team members in accordance with a 60% in-office hybrid schedule Qualifications J.D. or LL.M. from an accredited law school Licensed or eligible for admission in California 3+ years of employment law experience, including: Litigation before state/federal courts or administrative agencies Advising employers on compliance and best practices Drafting employment-related documents and policies Experience with investigations or trainings preferred Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills Compensation & Structure Salary range: $260,000 – $390,000, plus bonus eligibility Comprehensive benefits package Hybrid schedule with approximately 60% in-office presence If you're an employment litigator and advisor seeking both courtroom and counseling exposure within a nationally recognized platform, we'd love to connect. Direct Counsel