Entry-level Litigation Associate

Job Description

Job Description

A respected and well-established mid-sized, full-service law firm in Orange County is seeking a Junior Labor & Employment Attorney to join its thriving practice group.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney in the early stages of their career who is looking to receive meaningful mentorship, hands-on training, and long-term career development within a collaborative and supportive firm.

The Opportunity

You'll work alongside experienced Labor & Employment attorneys handling a broad range of employment matters while receiving the guidance and resources needed to build a successful practice. The firm values professional development and is committed to investing in its attorneys from day one.

Responsibilities

• Assist with employment litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda
• Participate in depositions, mediations, hearings, and client meetings
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy and client counseling
• Build strong client relationships while developing litigation skills

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license in good standing
• 1–3 years of Labor & Employment and/or civil litigation experience
• Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical abilities
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• A desire to learn, grow, and contribute to a collaborative team environment

What the Firm Offers

• Hybrid work schedule
• Comprehensive mentorship and hands-on training
• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and firm holidays
• Supportive, team-oriented culture with excellent long-term growth opportunities
• The stability and resources of an established full-service firm while maintaining a collegial environment

If you're looking to launch or grow your Labor & Employment career with a firm that prioritizes mentorship, collaboration, and professional development, we'd love to speak with you.

To learn more confidentially, please apply today or contact Qui Dove at Robert Half Quidana.Dove < at > RobertHalf. < com >

• Active license to practice law in California.

• Experience in employment litigation gained in a law firm, judicial clerkship, or in-house legal environment.

• Working knowledge of California and/or federal employment law, including pre-litigation matters and courtroom disputes.

• Ability to draft pleadings, discovery materials, motion papers, and other litigation documents with a high degree of accuracy.

• Familiarity with matters involving single-plaintiff claims as well as representative or class-based employment actions.

• Strong legal research, analytical reasoning, and written communication skills.

• Sound judgment, responsiveness to feedback, and the ability to work effectively with clients and colleagues.

To learn more confidentially, please apply today or contact Qui Dove at Robert Half Quidana.Dove < at > RobertHalf. < com >